Cheap Homes for Rent in South Lawndale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (5 Rentals)

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property at 4154 W 21st Pl

$1,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4154 W 21st Pl

ChicagoIL60623

Cheapest Available South Lawndale Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2230 S. Kedzie1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
Cermak-MASTER2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lawndale, IL

As of January 07, 2026 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 2949 W 25th Pl Model at 2949 W 25th Pl, Unit 3 starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2228 S Kedvale Ave, Unit 22228 S Kedvale Ave3BR,1BA$1.21
2949 W 25th Pl, Unit 32949 W 25th Pl3BR,2BA$2.00
Cermak-MASTER2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.07
3248 W 25th St, Unit 23248 W 25th St3BR,1BA$1.85
3544 W 24th St, Unit 13544 W 24th St2BR,1BA$1.55
2223 S Troy St, Unit BR2223 S Troy St1BR,1BA$2.80

Frequently Asked Questions about South Lawndale

What type of rentals are currently available in South Lawndale?

There are currently 122 Apartments for Rent in South Lawndale, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $2,900. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lawndale ranging from $1,200 to $2,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Lawndale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Lawndale ranges from $1,200 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,803.

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