Cheap Homes for Rent in North Mayfair Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (52 Rentals)

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property at 3860 N Saint Louis Ave

$1,050

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$1,050

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3860 N Saint Louis Ave, Unit 2R

3860 N Saint Louis Ave
ChicagoIL60618

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property at 4056 N Troy St

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Feb 25

4056 N Troy St

ChicagoIL60618

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North Mayfair, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Mayfair Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3957 W Irving Park Rd1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,195
West Grace Street4351 W. Grace St Apt #11BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Mayfair, IL

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Mayfair area is the $0.18 price per square foot 3600 W Sunnyside Ave Model at 3600 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Albany Park neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value North Mayfair apartment is the 6136 N Mozart St Model at 6136 N Mozart St, Unit 4 starting at $3,300 with a $1.65 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3600 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 23600 W Sunnyside Ave2BR,1BA$0.18
6136 N Mozart St, Unit 46136 N Mozart St4BR,2BA$1.65
6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 26441 N Francisco Ave3BR,2BA$1.08
6140 N Mozart St, Unit 36140 N Mozart St3BR,2BA$1.22
5024 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 15024 N Ridgeway Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.28
5617 N Christiana Ave, Unit 25617 N Christiana Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.31
5525 W Dakin St, Unit 15525 W Dakin St3BR,1BA$1.22
5319 W Giddings St, Unit One5319 W Giddings St2BR,1BA$1.47
5219 W Cuyler Ave5219 W Cuyler Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
5154 W EDDY ST, Unit Garden Unit5154 W EDDY ST2BR,1BA$1.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Mayfair, Chicago, IL

Ranked #104

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Mayfair

What type of rentals are currently available in North Mayfair?

There are currently 1194 Apartments for Rent in North Mayfair, IL with pricing that ranges from $995 to $9,630. There are also 180 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Mayfair ranging from $910 to $7,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Mayfair ranges from $910 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,298.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Mayfair range from $1,700 to $3,295, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $910 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,300.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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