Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (921 Rentals)

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Northwest Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Chicago Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Chicago area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Plaza priced from $840. 4114 W Washington Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Northwest Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington PlazaStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$840
4114 W Washington BlvdStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$865
7251-7259 LawrencestudioStudio,1BA$900
5957 W Madison StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$910
723-25 N Central Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$940
5001 W Adams StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$965
Ashland Avenue ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$975
3957 W Irving Park RdStudioStudio,1BA$995
1010 S 2nd AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Chicago, IL

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Chicago area is the $0.18 price per square foot 5639 N Artesian Ave Model at 5639 N Artesian Ave, Unit 5639 N Artesian in the in the Lincoln Square neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Northwest Chicago apartment is the 4625 N Dover St Model at 4625 N Dover St, Unit G starting at $2,750 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5639 N Artesian Ave, Unit 5639 N Artesian5639 N Artesian Ave2BR,1BA$0.18
4625 N Dover St, Unit G4625 N Dover St2BR,2BA$1.25
8668 W Carmen Ave, Unit 18668 W Carmen Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.20
7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 27726 N Paulina St #13BR,2BA$1.14
4340 W Maypole Ave, Unit Garden Unit4340 W Maypole Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
1544 W Glenlake Ave.2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.15
2007 N Lamon Ave, Unit 1N2007 N Lamon Ave2BR,1BA$1.20
4527 N Christiana Ave, Unit BSMT4527 N Christiana Ave3BR,1BA$1.21
3907 W Van Buren St, Unit 13907 W Van Buren St2BR,1BA$1.13
120 N LeClaire Ave, Unit G120 N LeClaire Ave1BR,1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Chicago

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Chicago?

There are currently 10189 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $840 to $18,000. There are also 2369 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Chicago ranging from $825 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Chicago?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Chicago ranges from $825 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,682.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest Chicago?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Chicago range from $1,200 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $825 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,550.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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