Cheap Homes for Rent in Lincoln Square Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Lincoln Square area of Chicago.

property at 1829 W Foster Ave

$1,495 - $1,995

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$1,495 - $1,995

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Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Aug 1

1829 W Foster Ave

ChicagoIL60640

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property at 5137 N Wolcott Ave

$1,735

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5137 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 3

5137 N Wolcott Ave
ChicagoIL60640

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Cheapest Available Lincoln Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Catalpa 2507 W2B 25092BR,1BA$1,925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Square, IL

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Square area is the $2.67 price per square foot 5937 N Fairfield Ave Model at 5937 N Fairfield Ave in the in the Lincoln Square neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Lincoln Square apartment is the 2B 2509 Model at Catalpa 2507 W starting at $1,925 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5937 N Fairfield Ave5937 N Fairfield Ave3BR,3BA$2.67
Catalpa 2507 W2B 25092BR,1BA$1.93
5137 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 15137 N Wolcott Ave2BR,1BA$2.68
5131 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 35131 N Wolcott Ave1BR,1BA$1.83
5435 N Artesian Ave, Unit 1W5435 N Artesian Ave2BR,1BA$2.33
5137 N Wolcott Ave5137 N Wolcott Ave1BR,1BA$2.19
2703 W Ardmore Ave, Unit Basement2703 W Ardmore Ave2BR,1BA$1.94
5110 N Winchester Ave, Unit 3A5110 N Winchester Ave2BR,1BA$2.75

Frequently Asked Questions about Lincoln Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Lincoln Square?

There are currently 261 Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Square, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,525 to $3,200. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lincoln Square ranging from $1,250 to $3,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lincoln Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lincoln Square ranges from $1,250 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,325.

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