
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Village Little Italy Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $850 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University Village Little Italy area of Chicago.


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1131 W Taylor St

1139 W Taylor St

713-17 N Aberdeen

1101 S Racine Ave

618 S Racine Ave

1527 S Halsted ST
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624-628 S Racine Ave

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University Village Little Italy, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Village Little Italy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Little Italy Studio Apartments | $1,948 | $1,227 | $2,206 |
| University Village Little Italy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Village Little Italy Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available University Village Little Italy Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 618 S Racine Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Rosie | A6 - 60% AMI ARO | Studio,1BA | $1,227 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Village Little Italy, IL
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Village Little Italy area is the $5.20 price per square foot 1073 W Polk St Model at 1073 W Polk St, Unit 3 in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $5,200. The second greatest value University Village Little Italy apartment is the A6 Model at The Rosie starting at $1,859 with a $4.34 price per square foot in the University Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Village Little Italy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1073 W Polk St, Unit 3 | 1073 W Polk St | 4BR,2BA | $5.20 |
| The Rosie | A6 | Studio ,1BA | $4.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Village Little Italy Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Village Little Italy?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Village Little Italy is under $1,227.
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