Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,350 (18 Rentals)

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1234 N Cleaver
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1234 N Cleaver

1234 N CleaverChicago, IL 60642
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1249 N Greenview Ave
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1249 N Greenview Ave

1249 N Greenview AveChicago, IL 60642
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1436 W Erie
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1436 W Erie

1436 W Erie StChicago, IL 60642
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1625 W Superior St
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1625 W Superior St

1625 W Superior StChicago, IL 60622
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543 N Noble St
2 Bedroom Apartments

543 N Noble St

543 N Noble StChicago, IL 60642

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

River West, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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Getting Around the River West Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River West Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in River West?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in River West is under $1,600.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in River West?

The cheapest apartment in River West is Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town which is listed at $1,808, while the average apartment in River West costs $5,235.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in River West?

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 49 regular apartments in River West 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 River West?

Cheap apartments in River West have an average cost of $1,166 which is $4,069 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River West.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.