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2724 S Crowell St
2724 S Crowell StChicago, IL 60608
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pilsen Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (16 Rentals)
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2732 S Bonfield St
2732 S Bonfield StChicago, IL 60608
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3153 S May St, Unit 1R
3153 S May StChicago, IL 60608
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1800 W 21st Plz, Unit 1 Floor
1800 W 21st PlzChicago, IL 60608
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3115 S Racine Ave, Unit 2R
3115 S Racine AveChicago, IL 60608
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260 W 24th Pl, Unit 1R
260 W 24th PlChicago, IL 60616
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2918 S Haynes Ct
2918 S Haynes CtChicago, IL 60608
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1809 S Carpenter St
1809 S Carpenter StChicago, IL 60608
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1810 S Throop St
1810 S Throop StChicago, IL 60608
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561 W 18th St
561 W 18th StChicago, IL 60616
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Bridgeport
2800 S Union AveChicago, IL 60616
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1912 S Throop St
1912 S Throop StChicago, IL 60608
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1417 W Cullerton St
1417 W Cullerton StChicago, IL 60608
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1603 S Wood St
1603 S Wood StChicago, IL 60608
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707 W 28th St
707 W 28th StChicago, IL 60616
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Pilsen, Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pilsen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilsen Studio Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| Pilsen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $800 | $2,050 |
| Pilsen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,200 | $2,955 |
| Pilsen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $800 | $4,153 |
| Pilsen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $1,015 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Pilsen Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pilsen area of Chicago, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at Addams Coliving priced from $1,098. Bishop Street Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Pilsen apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addams Coliving | Unit 218 | 4BR,4BA | $1,098 |
| Bishop Street Lofts | Two Bedroom Loft | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 1935 S Canalport Ave | Apartment 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pilsen, IL
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pilsen area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1901 S May St Model at 1901 S May St, Unit 1 in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Pilsen apartment is the Apartment 3 Bedroom Model at 1935 S Canalport Ave starting at $1,825 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the South Loop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pilsen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1901 S May St, Unit 1 | 1901 S May St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| 1935 S Canalport Ave | Apartment 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.93 |
| 1900 S Throop St, Unit 6 | 1900 S Throop St | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1752 W 18th Pl | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 1013 W 19th St, Unit 1 | 1013 W 19th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| 1742 W Cullerton St, Unit 2 | 1742 W Cullerton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 2020 S Throop St, Unit 2E | 2020 S Throop St | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Bishop Street Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 3153 S May St, Unit 1R | 3153 S May St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 3115 S Racine Ave, Unit 2R | 3115 S Racine Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pilsen Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pilsen?
The cheapest apartment in Pilsen is Bishop Street Lofts which is listed at $1,950, while the average apartment in Pilsen costs $24,563.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pilsen?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 37 regular apartments in Pilsen that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pilsen?
Cheap apartments in Pilsen have an average cost of $771 which is $23,792 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pilsen.
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