Cheap Homes for Rent in the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,495 (147 Rentals)

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property at 1530 W Thomas St #1F
$1,655 - $2,800

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Base Rent$1,655 - $2,800

Total Monthly Price$1,655 - $2,800
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1530 W Thomas St #1F

ChicagoIL60642

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property at 641 W Grand Ave
$1,960

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Base Rent$1,960

Total Monthly Price$1,960
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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641 W Grand Ave, Unit S

641 W Grand Ave
ChicagoIL60654
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property at 1122 N Clark St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1122 N Clark St, Unit 1122

1122 N Clark St
ChicagoIL60610
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property at 152 W Superior St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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152 W Superior St, Unit 4R

152 W Superior St
ChicagoIL60654
property at 1220 W Carroll Ave
$2,053 - $4,115

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Studio To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent
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1220 W Carroll Ave

ChicagoIL60607
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Best Value Homes for Rent in River West, IL

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the River West area is the $0.23 price per square foot 1309 W Huron St Model at 1309 W Huron St, Unit # 03R in the West Town neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value River West rental home is the 1309 W Huron St Model at 1309 W Huron St, Unit 3R in the West Town neighborhood starting at $2,250 with a $0.23 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for River West homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1309 W Huron St, Unit # 03R1309 W Huron St2BR, 1BA$0.23
1309 W Huron St, Unit 3R1309 W Huron St2BR, 1BA$0.23
1046 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit # 031046 N Milwaukee Ave2BR, 1BA$0.27
1621 W Beach Ave, Unit SFH1621 W Beach Ave4BR, 3.5BA$1.94
1327 W Walton St1327 W Walton St4BR, 3.5BA$2.06
712 N Throop St712 N Throop St3BR, 3.5BA$2.04
859 N Paulina St, Unit 001859 N Paulina St3BR, 2.5BA$1.71
849 W Ohio St849 W Ohio St3BR, 2.5BA$1.88
1522 W Superior St1522 W Superior St3BR, 3BA$1.90
925 N Willard Ct, Unit 01E925 N Willard Ct2BR, 2BA$1.95

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
River West, Chicago, IL

Ranked #13

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about River West

What type of rentals are currently available in River West?

There are currently 894 Apartments for Rent in River West, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,233 to $43,181. There are also 500 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River West ranging from $1,495 to $15,809.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River West ranges from $1,495 to $15,809 with an average monthly rent of $3,427.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in River West?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in River West range from $2,650 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,595 to $15,809. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,490 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,655.

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