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Cheapest Available Lawndale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lawndale area of Chicago, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 400 S Kilbourn Ave priced from $1,170. Cermak-MASTER has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Lawndale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
400 S Kilbourn Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,170
Cermak-MASTER2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,175
1236 S Lawndale2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,235
3560 W Cermak2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,245
1840-1850 S Fairfield Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawndale, IL

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lawndale area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3358 W Lexington St Model at 3358 W Lexington St, Unit 2 in the in the Lawndale neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Lawndale apartment is the 3422 W Grenshaw St Model at 3422 W Grenshaw St, Unit 3422 W Grenshaw St, Chica starting at $1,590 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Lawndale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawndale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3358 W Lexington St, Unit 23358 W Lexington St4BR,1BA$1.38
3422 W Grenshaw St, Unit 3422 W Grenshaw St, Chica3422 W Grenshaw St3BR,1BA$1.18
Cermak-MASTER2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
3858 W Grenshaw St, Unit 3858 Grenshaw3858 W Grenshaw St3BR,1BA$1.45
3248 W 25th St, Unit 23248 W 25th St3BR,1BA$1.80
3542 W 24th St, Unit 23542 W 24th St3BR,1BA$1.44
2246 S Albany Ave, Unit 4F2246 S Albany Ave2BR,1BA$1.59
1236 S Lawndale2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.65
3560 W Cermak2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.84
400 S Kilbourn Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.85

Frequently Asked Questions about Lawndale

What type of rentals are currently available in Lawndale?

There are currently 525 Apartments for Rent in Lawndale, IL with pricing that ranges from $650 to $8,484. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lawndale ranging from $1,150 to $3,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lawndale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lawndale ranges from $1,150 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,917.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lawndale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lawndale range from $1,440 to $5,401, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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