
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lower West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,500 (22 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Lower West Side area of Chicago.


1846 W 18th St

2347 W 24th Pl

1846 W 18th St

2347 W 24th Pl

2347 W 24th Pl

2056 W 23rd St
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1728 W 21st Pl, Unit 1F

1720 W 21st St, Unit 3

2011 W Cullerton St

2107 W Cullerton St

2008 W Coulter St

2031 W 23rd St

1726 W 21st St
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2307 S Leavitt St

2031 W 23rd St

2031 W 23rd St

2213 W 23rd St

2152 W 21st St

1854 W 21st Pl

1659 W 21st St
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Lower West Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lower West Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lower West Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,041 | $1,550 | $2,700 |
Lower West Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,656 | $1,995 | $3,500 |
Lower West Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,100 | $3,100 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 22 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 |
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Roosevelt Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
The Otis | C22 | 1BR,1BA | $2,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, IL
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower West Side area is the $1.60 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 1042 S Oakley Blvd Apartments in the in the Lower West Side neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Lower West Side apartment is the 4 Bedrooms Model at 1752 W 18th Pl starting at $4,500 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Near 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. |
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1042 S Oakley Blvd Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
1752 W 18th Pl | 4 Bedrooms | 4BR,3BA | $2.43 |
Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place | 5 Bedroom 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $2.26 |
2229 W 23rd Pl, Unit 1 | 2229 W 23rd Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.30 |
2163 W Coulter St, Unit 2nd Floor top unit | 2163 W Coulter St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
1854 W 21st Pl, Unit 4 | 1854 W 21st Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
2312 W Cullerton St, Unit GRD | 2312 W Cullerton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
2345 W 24th Pl, Unit 3F | 2345 W 24th Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
1836 W 21st St, Unit 1 F | 1836 W 21st St | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
2347 W 24th Pl, Unit 2R | 2347 W 24th Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower West Side
What type of rentals are currently available in Lower West Side?
There are currently 175 Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, IL with pricing that ranges from $900 to $8,845. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower West Side ranging from $1,550 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lower West Side?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower West Side ranges from $1,550 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,345.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lower West Side?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lower West Side range from $900 to $8,845, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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