Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Smith Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,300 (9 Rentals)

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2800 W Washington Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2800 W Washington Blvd

2800 W Washington BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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2620 Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2620 Lofts

2620 W Washington BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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2218 W Chicago Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2218 W Chicago Ave

2218 W Chicago AveChicago, IL 60622
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1625 W Superior St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1625 W Superior St

1625 W Superior StChicago, IL 60622
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Smith Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Smith Park Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westhaven Park StationOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,570

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smith Park, IL

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Smith Park area is the $1.92 price per square foot 44 N Paulina St Model at 44 N Paulina St, Unit 1N in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Smith Park apartment is the 819 N Rockwell St Model at 819 N Rockwell St, Unit 1 starting at $2,495 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the West Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Smith Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 N Paulina St, Unit 1N44 N Paulina St2BR,2BA$1.92
819 N Rockwell St, Unit 1819 N Rockwell St3BR,1BA$2.08
2330 W Huron St, Unit 1E2330 W Huron St2BR,2BA$3.00
2136 W Chicago Ave, Unit M06B2136 W Chicago Ave2BR,1BA$2.69
2000 W Superior St, Unit 4R2000 W Superior St2BR,1BA$3.07
Westhaven Park StationOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
2043 W Erie St, Unit 2E2043 W Erie St2BR,2BA$28.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Smith Park, Chicago, IL

Ranked #60

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Smith Park Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smith Park Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Smith Park?

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 2 regular apartments in Smith Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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