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

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Garfield Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Garfield Apartments

4342 W Washington BlvdChicago, IL 60624
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123 N Central Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

123 N Central Ave

123 N Central AveChicago, IL 60644
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La Rose Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Rose Apartments

5501 W Monroe StChicago, IL 60644
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Madison Square, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5101 W Monroe St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,045
418-24 S Laramie Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,050
5236 W Harrison1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4644 W Gladys Ave, Unit 14644 W Gladys Ave3BR,1BA$1.23
4238 W Grenshaw St, Unit g4238 W Grenshaw St3BR,1BA$1.33
4847 W Washington Blvd, Unit 24847 W Washington Blvd3BR,1BA$1.38
5301 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 25301 W Jackson Blvd2BR,1BA$1.17
4815 W Monroe St3 Bedrooms3BR,2BA$1.43
200 N Kenneth2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.35
4814 W Monroe2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Garden Apartment2BR,1BA$1.39
Pine North2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.53
400-08 S Laramie Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.57
5125 W Madison St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison Square, Chicago, IL

Ranked #132

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.