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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Little Italy Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (29 Rentals)
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1508 W 18th St
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1812 S Throop St
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home
1812 S Throop St
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Private bedroom in 5 bed/3 bath Home
1119 S Loomis St
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home
1812 S Throop St
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home
1812 S Throop St
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Private bedroom in 5 bed/3 bath Home
1119 S Loomis St
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Private bedroom in 5 bed/3 bath Home
1119 S Loomis St
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Private bedroom in 5 bed/3 bath Home
1119 S Loomis St
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1533 W 17th St
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from $1,450Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Roosevelt Square
1357 W Roosevelt RdChicago, IL 60608
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Westhaven Park Station
145 N Damen StChicago, IL 60612
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555 W Madison StChicago, IL 60661
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from $1,6901 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23
180 N Jefferson St
180 N Jefferson StChicago, IL 60661
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Roosevelt Place Senior Apartments
1401-1431 W Roosevelt RdChicago, IL 60608
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Little Italy, Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Little Italy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Italy Studio Apartments | $2,918 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Little Italy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Little Italy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,496 | $1,470 | $10,000+ |
| Little Italy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,020 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Little Italy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Little Italy Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Little Italy, Chicago, IL Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Little Italy Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Little Italy area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Letterman Chicago priced from $1,075. The Rosie has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,147. Here are the most affordable Little Italy apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letterman Chicago | Mac - 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,075 |
| The Rosie | A2 - 60% AMI ARO | Studio,1BA | $1,147 |
| 561 W 18th St | Garden Apartment Util Included 1bd 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 768 W. Jackson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Roosevelt Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Westhaven Park Station | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Presidential Towers | STUDIO NINE | Studio,1BA | $1,630 |
| The Duncan | M-A17 - 100% AMI ARO | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Landmark West Loop | No. 5 | Studio,1BA | $2,090 |
| Scio at the Medical District | One Bedroom B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,142 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Little Italy, IL
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Little Italy area is the $1.82 price per square foot 1335 W Taylor St Model at 1335 W Taylor St, Unit 2 in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Little Italy apartment is the 1335 W Taylor St Model at 1335 W Taylor St, Unit 2 starting at $3,995 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the University Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Little Italy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1335 W Taylor St, Unit 2 | 1335 W Taylor St | 4BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 1335 W Taylor St, Unit 2 | 1335 W Taylor St | 4BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 238 S Ashland Ave, Unit TH2 | 238 S Ashland Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 850 S Loomis St, Unit 3f | 850 S Loomis St | 4BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| 229 S Racine Ave, Unit 1 | 229 S Racine Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 1823 W 17th St, Unit 1F | 1823 W 17th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 1823 W 17th St, Unit 1FR | 1823 W 17th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| HIGHPOINT West Loop | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 1104 W Taylor St, Unit 2R | 1104 W Taylor St | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Letterman Chicago | Betty - 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Little Italy, Chicago, IL
Young Magnet High School
City Of Chicago School District 299
Public School - Grades 7-12 (2148)
8 out of 10
Chicago World Language Academy
City Of Chicago School District 299
Public School - Grades K-8 (451)
8 out of 10
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Getting Around the Little Italy Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
70 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Little Italy Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Little Italy?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Little Italy is under $2,142.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Little Italy?
The cheapest apartment in Little Italy is 561 W 18th St which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Little Italy costs $29,380.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Little Italy?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in Little Italy that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Little Italy?
Cheap apartments in Little Italy have an average cost of $358 which is $29,022 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Little Italy.
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