
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roscoe Village Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,500 (41 Rentals)
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2939 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

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2342 W School St, Unit 1F, Unit 1F

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2344 W School St, Unit 2342-1, Unit 2342-1

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2344 W School St, Unit 2342-1, Unit 2342-1

3619 N Claremont Ave

North Wolcott Ave

2913 N Elston Ave
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3506 N Wolcott Ave

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2043 W Wellington Ave, Unit #G, Unit #G

2806 N Oakley Ave, Unit 401, Unit 401

2245 W Barry Ave

3508 N Wolcott Ave

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2509 W Diversey Ave

3600 N Claremont Ave, Unit # 0A3, Unit # 0A3

2115 W Barry Ave, Unit SG, Unit SG
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1851 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 1849-1

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3455 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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3453 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

3453 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 3455-2

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3453 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 3455-2, Unit 3455-2

1851 W Cornelia Ave

3453 N Wolcott Ave
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3455 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

3455 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 02a, Unit 02a

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1847 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 1849-1, Unit 1849-1

1851 W Cornelia Ave

3453 N Wolcott Ave

1849 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 1

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2126 W Barry Ave, Unit Barry 3, Unit Barry 3

2222 W Diversey Ave, Unit 306, Unit 306
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3449 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

2102 W Barry Ave, Unit 001, Unit 001

1920 W Diversey Pky, Unit 002, Unit 002

2637 W George St

2454 W Diversey Ave

1940 W Diversey

3600 N Claremont Ave

1946 W Diversey Pky
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Roscoe Village, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roscoe Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roscoe Village Studio Apartments | $1,953 | $1,600 | $2,350 |
| Roscoe Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $1,750 | $3,208 |
| Roscoe Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,018 | $1,800 | $4,550 |
| Roscoe Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,787 | $2,995 | $5,900 |
| Roscoe Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Roscoe Village Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Lathrop | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| North Wolcott Ave | 3315 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roscoe Village, IL
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roscoe Village area is the $2.05 price per square foot 1844 W Henderson St Model at 1844 W Henderson St, Unit ONE in the in the Roscoe Village neighborhood starting from $4,095. The second greatest value Roscoe Village apartment is the 3023 N Oakley Ave Model at 3023 N Oakley Ave, Unit 2A starting at $3,600 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Avondale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roscoe Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1844 W Henderson St, Unit ONE | 1844 W Henderson St | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 3023 N Oakley Ave, Unit 2A | 3023 N Oakley Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| 3238 N Hoyne Ave, Unit #2 | 3238 N Hoyne Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 1946 W Nelson St, Unit 1W | 1946 W Nelson St | 3BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| 1952 W Nelson St, Unit 1W | 1952 W Nelson St | 3BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| 2939 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 1A | 2939 N Fairfield Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 2825 N Rockwell St, Unit Unit G | 2825 N Rockwell St | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 2043 W Wellington Ave, Unit #G | 2043 W Wellington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 2509 W Diversey Ave | 2509 W Diversey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| North Wolcott Ave | 3315 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRoscoe Village, Chicago, IL
Ranked #54
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roscoe Village Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roscoe Village?
The cheapest apartment in Roscoe Village is Lathrop which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Roscoe Village costs $3,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Roscoe Village?
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 5 regular apartments in Roscoe Village that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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