Cheap Homes for Rent in Madison Square Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,300 (3 Rentals)

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Madison Square, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison Square, IL

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison Square area is the $0.87 price per square foot 5100 W Fulton St Model at 5100 W Fulton St, Unit 1 in the in the Austin neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Madison Square apartment is the 4117 W Wilcox St Model at 4117 W Wilcox St, Unit 1 starting at $1,700 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the West Garfield Park 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.
5100 W Fulton St, Unit 15100 W Fulton St4BR,2BA$0.87
4117 W Wilcox St, Unit 14117 W Wilcox St3BR,1BA$1.06
4340 W Maypole Ave, Unit Garden Unit4340 W Maypole Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
5547 W Congress Pky, Unit 3 Bedroom Apartment5547 W Congress Pky3BR,1BA$1.10
423-25 N Central Ave3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3BR,1BA$1.48
120 N LeClaire Ave, Unit G120 N LeClaire Ave1BR,1BA$1.20
418-24 S Laramie Ave3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment3BR,2BA$1.59
5024 W Quincy St3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3BR,1BA$1.56
4814 W Monroe2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Garden Apartment2BR,1BA$1.50
4815 W Monroe St2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.40

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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Madison Square?

There are currently 303 Apartments for Rent in Madison Square, IL with pricing that ranges from $840 to $2,250. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Madison Square ranging from $1,300 to $2,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Madison Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Madison Square ranges from $1,300 to $2,550 with an average monthly rent of $2,051.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Madison Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Madison Square range from $1,535 to $2,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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