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property at 3711 N Pine Grove Ave

$1,300 - $1,800

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3711 N Pine Grove Ave

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property at 515 W Belmont Ave

$1,325

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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515 W Belmont Ave, Unit 5L

515 W Belmont Ave
ChicagoIL60657

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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 3957 W Irving Park Rd priced from $1,025. 4735 Beacon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable North Lakefront apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3957 W Irving Park RdStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
4735 BeaconStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
3935 W DiverseySTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,149
The Onyx on CarmenUpgraded Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,150
424 W. DiverseyStudioStudio,1BA$1,155
Ravenswood Vista ApartmentsSTUDIO (CRNR)Studio,1BA$1,195
721 W. BelmontStudioStudio,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Lakefront, IL

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Lakefront area is the $0.33 price per square foot 1946 W Nelson St Model at 1946 W Nelson St, Unit # 01E in the in the Roscoe Village neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value North Lakefront apartment is the 3136 N Ridgeway Ave Model at 3136 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 002 starting at $3,050 with a $0.31 price per square foot in the Logan Square 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.
1946 W Nelson St, Unit # 01E1946 W Nelson St3BR,1.5BA$0.33
3136 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 0023136 N Ridgeway Ave2BR,2BA$0.31
1436 W Farragut Ave, Unit D31436 W Farragut Ave2BR,1BA$0.32
1459 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 2A1459 N Milwaukee Ave2BR,2BA$0.33
2807 W Lawrence Ave, Unit D1N2807 W Lawrence Ave5BR,2BA$1.44
1338 W Winona St, Unit 31338 W Winona St3BR,1BA$1.30
3022 N Avers Ave, Unit 1A3022 N Avers Ave3BR,3BA$1.25
1805 N Francisco Ave, Unit 21805 N Francisco Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
3446 W Beach Ave, Unit Apartment for rent near 2 parks3446 W Beach Ave1BR,1BA$1.10
4518 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 3B4518 N Wolcott Ave2BR,1BA$1.43

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

A Local Expert's Guide to The 10 Best Chicago Neighborhoods near Major Local Employers. Find your perfect Chicago, IL apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Chicago, IL metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Chicago Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Lakefront

What type of rentals are currently available in North Lakefront?

There are currently 8149 Apartments for Rent in North Lakefront, IL with pricing that ranges from $595 to $43,181. There are also 2558 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Lakefront ranging from $950 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 $950 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,066.

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 $1,200 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,304.

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