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Pilsen, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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 Mccormick Coliving priced from $1,108. 707 W 28th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Pilsen apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mccormick ColivingPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 3 Bath (D)4BR,3BA$1,108
707 W 28th St707 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1,500
Bishop Street LoftsTwo Bedroom Loft2BR,1BA$1,800
Aspire ResidencesAsp_1b_031BR,1BA$2,060
3030 S Princeton2F3BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pilsen, IL

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pilsen area is the $2.29 price per square foot 3 bd 2 ba Model at 1338 W Cullerton St in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Pilsen apartment is the 3 Bedrooms Model at 1752 W 18th Pl starting at $2,975 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Near West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pilsen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1338 W Cullerton St3 bd 2 ba3BR,2BA$2.29
1752 W 18th Pl3 Bedrooms3BR,2BA$2.29
2974 S Loomis St, Unit 1st Floor (front building)2974 S Loomis St2BR,1.5BA$1.34
3146 S Union Ave, Unit 33146 S Union Ave3BR,1BA$1.22
2943 S Canal St, Unit 22943 S Canal St1BR,1BA$1.50
814 W 18th St, Unit 3M814 W 18th St2BR,1BA$2.15
707 W 28th St707 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.50
Bishop Street LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
1838 S May St, Unit Apt 2F1838 S May St2BR,1BA$1.93
2721 S Crowell St, Unit 1R2721 S Crowell St1BR,1BA$1.85

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pilsen

What type of rentals are currently available in Pilsen?

There are currently 413 Apartments for Rent in Pilsen, IL with pricing that ranges from $875 to $20,441. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pilsen ranging from $1,225 to $4,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pilsen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pilsen ranges from $1,225 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,141.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Pilsen?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Pilsen range from $875 to $20,441, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $875.

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