
Cheap Homes for Rent in Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (21 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Near West Side area of Chicago.


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2624 W Adams St

7338 S Campbell Ave

610 S Oakley Blvd

2113 W Gladys Ave

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301 S Leavitt St, Unit 3S

2729 W Congress Pkwy

100 N Hermitage Ave

2713 W Gladys Ave

1912 W Harrison St

2446 W Taylor St

125 S Leavitt St
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2157 W Adams St

125 S Leavitt St

2711 W Congress Pkwy

1011 S Oakley Blvd

620 S Oakley Blvd

2119 W Washington Blvd, Unit 3

1645 W Ogden Ave
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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 |
---|---|---|---|
Near West Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,468 | $1,600 | $3,690 |
Near West Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,928 | $1,600 | $4,600 |
Near West Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 21 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 1 Bed unit found at 1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd priced from $1,375. Roosevelt Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. 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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1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Roosevelt Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
The Lydian | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,201 |
Foundry | C1 | Studio,1BA | $2,305 |
The West End Club | 04 | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $2.43 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms Model at 1752 W 18th Pl in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the 238 S Ashland Ave Model at 238 S Ashland Ave, Unit TH2 starting at $4,500 with a $2.50 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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1752 W 18th Pl | 4 Bedrooms | 4BR,3BA | $2.43 |
238 S Ashland Ave, Unit TH2 | 238 S Ashland Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
739 S Western Ave, Unit 3 | 739 S Western Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
812 S Oakley Blvd, Unit 2 | 812 S Oakley Blvd | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.02 |
812 S Oakley Blvd, Unit 2 | 812 S Oakley Blvd | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.64 |
2717 W Congress Pky, Unit 2 | 2717 W Congress Pky | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Roosevelt Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.13 |
2713 W Gladys Ave, Unit 1 | 2713 W Gladys Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
2713 W Gladys Ave, Unit 1 | 2713 W Gladys Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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 134 Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $22,451. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near West Side ranging from $850 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 $850 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,365.
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 $1,050 to $11,840, 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 $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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