
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,300 (17 Rentals)
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2347 W 24th Pl, Unit R4

1733 W 19th St, Unit R2

2346 W 19th St

2347 W 24th Pl, Unit FG
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1700 W Cermak Rd, Unit BR

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1943 W 21st Pl, Unit 1R, Unit 1R

2228 W 18th Pl, Unit 2R

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2303 W Cullerton St

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2216 W 24th St

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2140 W 23rd St

2234 W Cullerton St
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $1,500 | $1,925 |
| Lower West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $1,745 | $5,249 |
| Lower West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $2,100 | $3,500 |
| Lower West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Lower West Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,375 | $2,800 | $3,950 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Lower West Side Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place | 5 Bedroom 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $3,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, IL
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower West Side area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2153 W 18th St Model at 2153 W 18th St, Unit 2153 W 18TH ST in the in the Lower West Side neighborhood starting from $2,800. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2153 W 18th St, Unit 2153 W 18TH ST | 2153 W 18th St | 5BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place | 5 Bedroom 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $2.26 |
| 2513 S Claremont Ave, Unit 2513 S Claremont | 2513 S Claremont Ave | 3BR,5BA | $1.33 |
| 2004 W 23rd St, Unit 1 | 2004 W 23rd St | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 1823 W 17th St, Unit 1FR | 1823 W 17th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 1943 W 21st Pl, Unit 1R | 1943 W 21st Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 2050 W Cullerton St, Unit Garden | 2050 W Cullerton St | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| 2029 W 23rd St, Unit 4 | 2029 W 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Violet Coliving | Private Room Suite 1 | 1BR,1BA | $9.25 |
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