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1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd
1162-1168 N La Salle BlvdChicago, IL 60610
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (20 Rentals)
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2548 W Washington Blvd
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1357 W Roosevelt RdChicago, IL 60608
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2249 W Taylor St, Unit G
2249 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612
2 N Wolcott Ave
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Oakley Square
2301-2359 W Jackson BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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1011 S Oakley Blvd
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from $2,059Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 5
CADENCE APARTMENTS
2050 W Ogden AveChicago, IL 60612
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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 | $3,825 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Near West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,213 | $1,375 | $10,000+ |
| Near West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,911 | $1,395 | $10,000+ |
| Near West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $1,075 | $7,938 |
| Near West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,688 | $1,109 | $5,454 |
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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 3 Beds unit found at Letterman Chicago priced from $1,075. 1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Near West Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letterman Chicago | Mac - 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,075 |
| 1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Roosevelt Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Harris Point Chicago | Apt 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Foundry | C1 | Studio,1BA | $2,311 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $1.38 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 $2,200. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the 739 S Western Ave Model at 739 S Western Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,200 with a $1.47 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 | $1.38 |
| 739 S Western Ave, Unit 3 | 739 S Western Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 2750 W Wilcox St, Unit A1 | 2750 W Wilcox St | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 1338 W Cullerton St | 3 bd 2 ba | 3BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| 1752 W 18th Pl | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| HIGHPOINT West Loop | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 2742 W Polk St, Unit G | 2742 W Polk St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Harris Point Chicago | Apt 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Letterman Chicago | Betty - 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near West Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near West Side is under $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near West Side is 1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd which is listed at $1,375, while the average apartment in Near West Side costs $3,829.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near West Side?
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 9 regular apartments in Near West Side 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 Near West Side?
Cheap apartments in Near West Side have an average cost of $272 which is $3,557 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near West Side.
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