
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Mayfair Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (127 Rentals)
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4249 N Kedvale Ave, Unit 2

3957 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 1

3957 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 1

3957 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 2

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5549 N Monitor Ave, Unit Garden Apartment

4726 W Addison St

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4735 W Addison St, Unit #2B

5445 N Monitor Ave, Unit 1

4650 N Elston Ave, Unit 4656-C5
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4588 N Elston Ave, Unit 304

3932 N Keeler Ave, Unit 1C

4751 N Monticello Ave

4477 N Elston Ave, Unit 201

3412 W Montrose Ave

4831 N Springfield Ave

4915 W Belle Plaine Ave, Unit 4915-C

4828.5 W Addison St, Unit 6H

5631 N Kimball Ave, Unit Bsmt

4019 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 4019 - 307
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4915 W Belle Plaine Ave, Unit 4915-201

5037 W Montrose Ave, Unit 209

4411 N Kenneth Ave, Unit 2A

4411 N Kenneth Ave, Unit A3

4824 W Addison St, Unit RG

4943 N Monitor Ave

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5042 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 2B

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5054-5058 N Ridgeway Ave

5649 N Christiana Ave, Unit 3

4165 N Milwaukee Ave
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4165 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 4165 North Milwaukee Aven

5833 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 1R

4203 N Keystone Ave

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4137 N Dickinson Ave, Unit G

5718 N Mozart St

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3739 N Lawndale Ave, Unit Garden

4519 N Hamlin Ave

4830 W Addison St, Unit S3

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5642 W Newport Ave

4846 W Hutchinson St, Unit 4852 - 7B
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5639 N Karlov Ave

5913 W Addison St, Unit 1

4608 N Kildare Ave, Unit 1E

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2954 W Montrose Ave, Unit J00P

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5737 N Elston Ave, Unit 1

3842 W Lawrence Ave

5126 W Cullom Ave

5344 W Eddy St, Unit G

3736 W Lawrence Ave

3749 W Grace St
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North Mayfair, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Mayfair?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Mayfair Studio Apartments | $1,257 | $1,025 | $1,550 |
| North Mayfair 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,100 | $2,925 |
| North Mayfair 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $1,395 | $3,250 |
| North Mayfair 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,900 | $3,500 |
| North Mayfair 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $2,400 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 127 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Mayfair Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available North Mayfair Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Mayfair area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 3957 W Irving Park Rd priced from $1,025. 4151-57 W Cullom has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,393. Here are the most affordable North Mayfair apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3957 W Irving Park Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| 4151-57 W Cullom | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,393 |
| 5054-5058 N Ridgeway Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 4425-4431 N Milwaukee Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 3808 W Irving Park Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Mayfair, IL
As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Mayfair area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2807 W Lawrence Ave Model at 2807 W Lawrence Ave, Unit D1N in the in the Albany Park neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value North Mayfair apartment is the 6441 N Francisco Ave Model at 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the West Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Mayfair apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2807 W Lawrence Ave, Unit D1N | 2807 W Lawrence Ave | 5BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 | 6441 N Francisco Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 5617 N Christiana Ave, Unit Second Floor | 5617 N Christiana Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| 5642 W Newport Ave | 5642 W Newport Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 5620 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1 | 5620 N Marmora Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 4019 N Mozart St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 5353 W Newport Ave, Unit 1st floor | 5353 W Newport Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 3133-3139 W Lawrence Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 5624 N Marmora Ave, Unit Garden | 5624 N Marmora Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 5054-5058 N Ridgeway Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Mayfair Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Mayfair?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Mayfair is at 3957 W Irving Park Rd listed at $1,025.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Mayfair Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Mayfair Apartment is $1,400 at 5054-5058 N Ridgeway Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Mayfair Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Mayfair is starting from $1,695 at 3133-3139 W Lawrence Ave.
What is the most affordable North Mayfair Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Mayfair Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3025 W Irving Park Rd and starts from $2,600.
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