Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Madison Square Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (6 Rentals)
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Madison Square, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Square Studio Apartments | $870 | $865 | $875 |
| Madison Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $885 | $650 | $1,190 |
| Madison Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,339 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| Madison Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,300 | $8,035 |
| Madison Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Madison Square Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Madison Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Madison Square area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 5101 W Monroe St priced from $1,045. 418-24 S Laramie Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Madison Square apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5101 W Monroe St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| 418-24 S Laramie Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 5236 W Harrison | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison Square, IL
As of December 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison Square area is the $1.23 price per square foot 4644 W Gladys Ave Model at 4644 W Gladys Ave, Unit 1 in the in the West Garfield Park neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Madison Square apartment is the 4238 W Grenshaw St Model at 4238 W Grenshaw St, Unit g starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Lawndale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madison Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4644 W Gladys Ave, Unit 1 | 4644 W Gladys Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 4238 W Grenshaw St, Unit g | 4238 W Grenshaw St | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 4847 W Washington Blvd, Unit 2 | 4847 W Washington Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 5301 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 2 | 5301 W Jackson Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 4815 W Monroe St | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| 200 N Kenneth | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 4814 W Monroe | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Garden Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Pine North | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 400-08 S Laramie Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 5125 W Madison St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMadison Square, Chicago, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison Square Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Madison Square?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Madison Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Madison Square?
Cheap apartments in Madison Square have an average cost of $129 which is $1,721 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Madison Square.
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