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2305 W 25th StChicago, IL 60608
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2314 S Seeley Ave, Unit Garden Unit
2314 S Seeley AveChicago, IL 60608
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2058 W 19th St, Unit 2
2058 W 19th StChicago, IL 60608
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2031 W 23rd St
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2049 W Coulter St
2049 W Coulter StChicago, IL 60608
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2302 W 19th StChicago, IL 60608
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2303 W Cullerton StChicago, IL 60608
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1603 S Wood StChicago, IL 60608
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1616 W 18th PlChicago, IL 60608
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1744 W 18th PlChicago, IL 60608
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2249 W 21st StChicago, IL 60608
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1941 W 21st PlChicago, IL 60608
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1659 W 21st StChicago, IL 60608
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1758 W 21st PlChicago, IL 60608
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1938 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 | $2,125 | $1,500 | $3,574 |
| Lower West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,639 | $2,250 | $3,500 |
| Lower West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,993 | $3,500 | $4,580 |
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Cheapest Available Lower West Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower West Side area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 1616 W. 18th Pl priced from $1,545. Rio Properties - 1744 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here are the most affordable Lower West Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1616 W. 18th Pl | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Rio Properties - 1744 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place | 5 Bedroom 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $3,950 |
| Sable Coliving | 4 Bedroom/ 3 Bathroom Apartment | 4BR,3BA | $4,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, IL
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower West Side area is the $1.84 price per square foot 1638 W 18th Pl Model at 1638 W 18th Pl, Unit 2R in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,500. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1638 W 18th Pl, Unit 2R | 1638 W 18th Pl | 4BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place | 5 Bedroom 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $2.26 |
| 2129 W 18th Pl, Unit 3 | 2129 W 18th Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 2113 W 18th Pl, Unit 2113 w 18th Place | 2113 W 18th Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| 2305 W 25th St, Unit 1st Floor | 2305 W 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1905 W 19th St, Unit 1 | 1905 W 19th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Rio Properties - 1744 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 1616 W. 18th Pl | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Violet Coliving | Private Room Suite 1 | 1BR,1BA | $9.25 |
| Sable Coliving | Private Room in Shared 4 Bed 3 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $11.41 |
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