Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,300 (17 Rentals)

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Pilsen Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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2302 W 19th StChicago, IL 60608
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2303 W Cullerton St
3 Bedroom Apartments

2303 W Cullerton St

2303 W Cullerton StChicago, IL 60608
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1603 S Wood St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1603 S Wood St

1603 S Wood StChicago, IL 60608

Lower West Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower West Side Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1752 W 18th Pl3 Bedrooms3BR,2BA$2,995
Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place5 Bedroom 3 Baths5BR,3BA$3,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, IL

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower West Side area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1823 W 17th St Model at 1823 W 17th St, Unit 1F in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Lower West Side apartment is the 5 Bedroom 3 Baths Model at Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place starting at $3,950 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Lower West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1823 W 17th St, Unit 1F1823 W 17th St3BR,2BA$1.50
Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place5 Bedroom 3 Baths5BR,3BA$2.26
1752 W 18th Pl3 Bedrooms3BR,2BA$2.30
1823 W 17th St, Unit 1FR1823 W 17th St3BR,2BA$2.45
1823 W 17th St, Unit 11823 W 17th St3BR,2BA$2.70
1621 W Cullerton St, Unit 21621 W Cullerton St2BR,1BA$2.40
2340 W 21st St, Unit 22340 W 21st St2BR,1BA$2.19
2412 S Bell Ave, Unit #32412 S Bell Ave1BR,1BA$1.75
1821 W Cullerton St, Unit Pilsen apt near rush1821 W Cullerton St3BR,1.5BA$3.19
2138 W 21st Pl, Unit 3rd floor2138 W 21st Pl3BR,1BA$2.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL

Ranked #77

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Lower West Side Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower West Side Apartments

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lower West Side?

Cheap apartments in Lower West Side have an average cost of $1,975 which is $3,060 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower West Side.

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