
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lawndale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (11 Rentals)
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2254 S Albany Ave, Unit Basement

4126 W 24th Pl

4119 W 24th Plz, Unit 3rd Floor

4042 W Cermak Rd
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2238 S Homan Ave

2633 S Christiana Ave
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South Lawndale, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lawndale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Lawndale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $1,095 | $1,200 |
South Lawndale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $1,250 | $1,850 |
South Lawndale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $1,350 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Lawndale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available South Lawndale Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2230 S. Kedzie | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lawndale, IL
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lawndale area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2228 S Kedvale Ave Model at 2228 S Kedvale Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lawndale neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value South Lawndale apartment is the 2518 S Saint Louis Ave Model at 2518 S Saint Louis Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,499 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Lawndale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lawndale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2228 S Kedvale Ave, Unit 2 | 2228 S Kedvale Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
2518 S Saint Louis Ave, Unit 2 | 2518 S Saint Louis Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
4119 W 24th Plz, Unit 3rd Floor | 4119 W 24th Plz | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
4112 W Cermak Rd | 4112 W Cermak Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lawndale, Chicago, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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