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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Southwest Chicago - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Chicago

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Chicago by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms. See how it ranks!

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Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Chicago Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Chicago?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Chicago is under $795.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Chicago?

The cheapest apartment in Southwest Chicago is 7850 S Constance Ave which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Southwest Chicago costs $32,611.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Chicago?

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 425 regular apartments in Southwest Chicago that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southwest Chicago?

Cheap apartments in Southwest Chicago have an average cost of $457 which is $32,154 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Chicago.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!