
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (10 Rentals)
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9211 S Laflin St

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11133 S Vernon Ave

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10901 S Vernon

9101-9109 S Beverly Ave

11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628

410 E 107th St Chicago, IL 60628

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Heights Studio Apartments | $995 | $995 | $995 |
| Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,123 | $950 | $1,350 |
| Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $1,100 | $2,950 |
| Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $1,475 | $1,900 |
| Washington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Washington Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Heights area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628 priced from $980. 222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| 222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| 11214-18 S Indiana | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, IL
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $1.33 price per square foot 915 W 95th St Model at 915 W 95th St, Unit 2e in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the 10747 S Michigan Ave Model at 10747 S Michigan Ave, Unit Apartment B starting at $1,400 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 915 W 95th St, Unit 2e | 915 W 95th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 10747 S Michigan Ave, Unit Apartment B | 10747 S Michigan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 10320-28 S Walden Pkwy | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 11214-18 S Indiana | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment is $980 at 11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington Heights is starting from $1,600 at 11214-18 S Indiana.
What is the most affordable Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2253-59 W. 111th St LLC and starts from $3,600.
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