Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,100 (8 Rentals)

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Harris Point Chicago
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harris Point Chicago

905 S Claremont AveChicago, IL 60612
Student Housing
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The Oakley
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Oakley

1007-1011 S Oakley BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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2800 W Washington Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2800 W Washington Blvd

2800 W Washington BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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Warren Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Warren Apartments

1533 W Warren AveChicago, IL 60607
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Harris Point Chicago
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harris Point Chicago

713-715 S Claremont AveChicago, IL 60612
Student Housing
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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 Studio unit found at CADENCE APARTMENTS priced from $2,261. Atrio Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,268. Here are the most affordable Near West Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CADENCE APARTMENTS203-1003Studio,1BA$2,261
Atrio ApartmentsA3 (08 & 10)1BR,1BA$2,268
2620 LoftsTwo Bedroom - Units 309, 409, 509, 6092BR,1BA$2,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $2.64 price per square foot 812 S Oakley Blvd Model at 812 S Oakley Blvd, Unit 2 in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the 2708 W Maypole Ave Model at 2708 W Maypole Ave, Unit 1stfloor starting at $2,200 with a $1.69 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
812 S Oakley Blvd, Unit 2812 S Oakley Blvd3BR,2.5BA$2.64
2708 W Maypole Ave, Unit 1stfloor2708 W Maypole Ave3BR,1BA$1.69
2811 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 32811 W Jackson Blvd3BR,2BA$2.16
125 S Leavitt St, Unit B125 S Leavitt St2BR,1BA$1.77
2354 W Polk St, Unit 3042354 W Polk St2BR,2BA$2.59
204 S Ashland Ave, Unit 2204 S Ashland Ave2BR,2BA$3.06
2620 LoftsTwo Bedroom - Units 418, 518, 6182BR,1BA$2.32
624 S Oakley Blvd, Unit 2624 S Oakley Blvd3BR,2BA$2.50
700 S Oakley Blvd, Unit Corner on Oakley700 S Oakley Blvd3BR,1BA$2.44
812 S Oakley Blvd, Unit 1812 S Oakley Blvd1BR,1BA$2.53

Getting Around the Near West Side Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

87 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

74 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Near West Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Near West Side is at CADENCE APARTMENTS listed at $2,261.

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 $2,268 at Atrio 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 $2,299 at 2620 Lofts.

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