Cheap Homes for Rent in the Lincoln Square Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,400 (6 Rentals)

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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
Emaret at Lincoln Square2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Square, IL

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Square area is the $1.61 price per square foot 6100 N Campbell Ave Model at 6100 N Campbell Ave, Unit Apt 2 in the in the Lincoln Square neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Lincoln Square apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 2553 W Summerdale Ave starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 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.
6100 N Campbell Ave, Unit Apt 26100 N Campbell Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.61
2553 W Summerdale Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.50
2625 W Berwyn Ave, Unit 2617-3B2625 W Berwyn Ave2BR,1BA$2.18
Emaret at Lincoln Square2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.80
5137 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 15137 N Wolcott Ave2BR,1BA$2.68
5200 N Damen Ave, Unit 35200 N Damen Ave2BR,1BA$2.45
2623 W Berwyn Ave, Unit 22623 W Berwyn Ave2BR,1BA$2.55
2601 W Summerdale Ave2601 W Summerdale Ave3BR,2BA$2.61
5206 N Leavitt St5206 N Leavitt St2BR,1BA$2.47
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 258 Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Square, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $3,000. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lincoln Square ranging from $1,425 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 $1,425 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,063.

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