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North Lakefront, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Lakefront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Lakefront area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1807-09 N. Lincoln Park West priced from $775. 4735 Beacon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable North Lakefront apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1807-09 N. Lincoln Park WestStudioStudio,1BA$775
4735 BeaconStudioStudio,1BA$995
3834 N SheffieldStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
The EdisonStudio | 1 bath - EFFRStudio,1BA$1,098
Onyx on SheridanStudio - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Lakefront, IL

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Lakefront area is the $0.15 price per square foot 4735 N Hermitage Ave Model at 4735 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 404 in the in the Ravenswood neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value North Lakefront apartment is the 2122 W Ainslie St Model at 2122 W Ainslie St, Unit 2 starting at $1,495 with a $0.15 price per square foot in the Ravenswood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Lakefront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4735 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 4044735 N Hermitage AveStudio ,1BA$0.15
2122 W Ainslie St, Unit 22122 W Ainslie StStudio ,1BA$0.15
423 W Belden Ave, Unit 2423 W Belden Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
3852 N Southport Ave, Unit # 023852 N Southport Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
1707 N Fairfield Ave, Unit # 021707 N Fairfield Ave2BR,1BA$0.24
4849 N Seeley Ave, Unit # 024849 N Seeley Ave3BR,1BA$0.35
3939 N Janssen Ave, Unit # 0S23939 N Janssen Ave1BR,1BA$0.20
957 W Cornelia Ave, Unit # 01A957 W Cornelia Ave1BR,1BA$0.18
1450 W Byron St, Unit # 011450 W Byron St2BR,1BA$0.28
2315 N Rockwell St, Unit D22315 N Rockwell StStudio ,1BA$0.16

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Lakefront

What type of rentals are currently available in North Lakefront?

There are currently 8917 Apartments for Rent in North Lakefront, IL with pricing that ranges from $805 to $77,776. There are also 3488 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Lakefront ranging from $750 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Lakefront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Lakefront ranges from $750 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,888.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Lakefront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Lakefront range from $1,299 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $860 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,155.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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