
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (23 Rentals)
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McCrory Senior Apartments

211 S Campbell Ave

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2155 W Polk St, Unit 2

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801 S Leavitt St, Unit Garden

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801 S Oakley Blvd, Unit Garden

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125 S Leavitt St, Unit B
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125 S Leavitt St, Unit B

2641 W Harrison St, Unit 3R

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2723 W Washington Blvd, Unit 2nd Floor

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2726 W Adams St, Unit Apt 2

Westhaven Park II - A

2800 W Washington Blvd

The Oakley
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898 S Ashland Ave

2216 W Adams St

Oakley Square

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2030 W Warren Blvd

921 S Oakley Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $1,300 | $3,769 |
| Near West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,381 | $1,560 | $5,304 |
| Near West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,508 | $2,000 | $5,816 |
| Near West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,999 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 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 |
| Atrio Apartments | S1 (11 & 13) | Studio,1BA | $2,212 |
| 2620 Lofts | Two Bedroom - Units 317, 417, 517, 617 | 2BR,1BA | $2,645 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2440 W Lexington St Model at 2440 W Lexington St, Unit 1 in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $2,280. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Westhaven Park II - A starting at $239 with a $0.15 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2440 W Lexington St, Unit 1 | 2440 W Lexington St | 4BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Westhaven Park II - A | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.15 |
| 2430 W Taylor St, Unit 2nd Floor Unit | 2430 W Taylor St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| HIGHPOINT West Loop | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Harris Point Chicago | 905 S Claremont Apt. 2F | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 2726 W Adams St, Unit Apt 2 | 2726 W Adams St | 4BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 2620 Lofts | Two Bedroom - Units 316, 416, 516, 616 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 2529 W Congress Pky, Unit 1E | 2529 W Congress Pky | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 2723 W Washington Blvd, Unit 2nd Floor | 2723 W Washington Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| McCrory Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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.
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