
Apartments for Rent in the Lower West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (188 Rentals)


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2305 W 25th St, Unit 1st Floor

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2113 W 18th Pl, Unit 2113 w 18th Place

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1905 W 19th St, Unit 1

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2129 W 18th Pl, Unit 3

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1638 W 18th Pl, Unit 2R

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2314 S Seeley Ave, Unit Garden Unit
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2031 W 23rd St, Unit 2

1611 S Wood St, Unit # 01

2058 W 19th St, Unit 2

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1900 W 17th St, Unit SI ID1244928P

2345 W 21st St, Unit 1

2345 W 21st St, Unit 2

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2207 W 18th St, Unit SI ID1296498P

2207 W 18th St, Unit SI ID1244930P

1638 W 18th Pl

2002 W Coulter St
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1905 W 19th St

2241 W 21st St

1649 W 21st St

2130 W Cermak Rd

2326 W 25th St

1849 W 17th St

2038 W 21st St

1726 W Cullerton St

1938 W Cermak Rd

2307 S Leavitt St
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2146 W 21st St

2248 W 21st St

2046 W 19th St

2122 W 18th Pl

1729 W 16th St

2303 W Cullerton St

1813 W. 21st St.

2219 W 18th Pl

2100 W 22nd Pl

2043 W 22nd Pl
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2047 W 23rd St

2031 W 23rd St

2313 S Seeley Ave

2058 W 21st Pl

1957 W 23rd St

2057 W 21st St

2049 W 21st St

1956 W 21st Pl

2157-2159 W 21st Pl

1937 W Cermak Rd
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Lower West Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $1,650 | $3,597 |
| Lower West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,639 | $2,250 | $3,500 |
| Lower West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,993 | $3,500 | $4,580 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Lower West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,082 | $1,600 | $3,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,333 | $1,900 | $3,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 188 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower West Side
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Lower West Side area of Chicago, IL?
As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 188 available Lower West Side apartments priced from $1,650 to $4,580, with an average monthly rent of $2,736.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower West Side cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lower West Side range from $1,650 to $3,597. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,197.
How expensive are Lower West Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 54 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lower West Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,250 to $3,500 - averaging $2,639 for the location.
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