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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (16 Rentals)
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KLEO Art Residences
5504 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60637
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6253 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60637
5657 S Indiana Ave
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5850-5858 S Martin Luther King Dr
5850-5858 S Martin Luther King DrChicago, IL 60637
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Washington Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Park Studio Apartments | $912 | $575 | $1,425 |
| Washington Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $900 | $1,745 |
| Washington Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,100 | $3,100 |
| Washington Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $1,250 | $2,785 |
| Washington Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $1,700 | $3,225 |
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Cheapest Available Washington Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 6246 S. King Dr. priced from $750. 6160-6212 S Martin Luther King Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable Washington Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6246 S. King Dr. | Two rm Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 6160-6212 S Martin Luther King Dr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| 6101 S Langley | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| KLEO Art Residences | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| 5504-12 S Wabash Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Park, IL
As of July 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Park area is the $1.13 price per square foot 6117 S Vernon Ave Model at 6117 S Vernon Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Washington Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Washington Park apartment is the 6044 S Rhodes Ave Model at 6044 S Rhodes Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,750 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Washington Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6117 S Vernon Ave, Unit 1 | 6117 S Vernon Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| 6044 S Rhodes Ave, Unit #2 | 6044 S Rhodes Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 5333 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1 | 5333 S Calumet Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 548 E 61st St, Unit #3 | 548 E 61st St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| 6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 4BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Southland Village | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 5504-12 S Wabash Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 6160-6212 S Martin Luther King Dr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| KLEO Art Residences | One Bedroom Market | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 6246 S. King Dr. | Two rm Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.36 |
Getting Around the Washington Park Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
70 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Washington Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington Park is under $1,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington Park?
The cheapest apartment in Washington Park is 6101 S Langley which is listed at $1,080, while the average apartment in Washington Park costs $2,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington Park?
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 9 regular apartments in Washington Park 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 Washington Park?
Cheap apartments in Washington Park have an average cost of $662 which is $1,538 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Park.
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