
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (22 Rentals)
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McCrory Senior Apartments

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2136 West Jackson Boulevard, Unit #1

2713 W Gladys Ave

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2446 W Taylor St, Unit 1

2620 Lofts

1012 S Oakley Blvd
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Westhaven Park II - A

Harris Point Chicago

2800 W Washington Blvd

The Oakley

3 N Hoyne Ave

745 S California Ave

2213 W Washington Blvd
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2355 W Harrison St

7338 S Campbell Ave

Harris Point Chicago

Warren Apartments

Oakley Square

2731 W Congress Pkwy

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2216 W Adams St
Near West Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near West Side Studio Apartments | $2,234 | $2,234 | $2,234 |
| Near West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,383 | $1,300 | $3,801 |
| Near West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $1,560 | $10,000+ |
| Near West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,853 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Near West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,310 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Near West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near West Side area of Chicago, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at Westhaven Park II - A priced from $239. McCrory Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Near West Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westhaven Park II - A | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $239 |
| McCrory Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 2620 Lofts | One Bedroom - Units, 304, 404, 504, 604 | 1BR,1BA | $1,960 |
| Atrio Apartments | S1 (11 & 13) | Studio,1BA | $2,178 |
| CADENCE APARTMENTS | 207-1007 | 2BR,2BA | $3,139 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $0.15 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Westhaven Park II - A in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $239. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the 2811 W Jackson Blvd Model at 2811 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 3 starting at $2,595 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Near West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westhaven Park II - A | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.15 |
| 2811 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 3 | 2811 W Jackson Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| 2354 W Polk St, Unit 304 | 2354 W Polk St | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| 2136 West Jackson Boulevard, Unit #1 | 2136 West Jackson Boulevard | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| CADENCE APARTMENTS | 207-1007 | 2BR,2BA | $3.59 |
| 801 S Oakley Blvd, Unit Garden | 801 S Oakley Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 2620 Lofts | One Bedroom - Units, 304, 404, 504, 604 | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| McCrory Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Atrio Apartments | S1 (11 & 13) | Studio ,1BA | $4.32 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Side Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Side Apartment is $1,300 at McCrory Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near West Side is starting from $1,560 at McCrory Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Near West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Near West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westhaven Park II - A and starts from $239.
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