
Cheap Homes for Rent in Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,600 (16 Rentals)
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2436 W Fillmore St

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1936 W Ogden Ave
Near West Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Near West Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Near West Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,610 | $1,800 | $4,500 |
Near West Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,840 | $1,600 | $4,600 |
Near West Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,597 | $2,495 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 16 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 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 |
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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 | 905 S Claremont Apt. GR | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Atrio Apartments | S1 (11 & 13) | Studio,1BA | $2,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL
As of June 18, 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 2750 W Wilcox St Model at 2750 W Wilcox St, Unit A1 starting at $2,400 with a $1.71 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. |
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2440 W Lexington St, Unit 1 | 2440 W Lexington St | 4BR,2BA | $1.38 |
2750 W Wilcox St, Unit A1 | 2750 W Wilcox St | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
2719 W Polk St, Unit 3 | 2719 W Polk St | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
1338 W Cullerton St | 3 bd 2 ba | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
1752 W 18th Pl | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
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 |
Letterman Chicago | Betty - 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Harris Point Chicago | 905 S Claremont Apt. GR | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Near West Side
What type of rentals are currently available in Near West Side?
There are currently 138 Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $22,186. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near West Side ranging from $1,600 to $4,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near West Side?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near West Side ranges from $1,600 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,539.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Near West Side?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Near West Side range from $1,075 to $7,938, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,109.
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