
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (53 Rentals)
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KLEO Art Residences

Boxelder Court

6160 S Martin Luther King Dr

111 E 57th St

5657 S Indiana Ave

5504 S Wabash

Prairie Park Apartments

Ironwood

5172 S King Dr
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5162 S King Dr

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5830 S Wabash Ave

Southland Village

Park Apartments

68 E 57th St

5164 S King Dr

Hyde Park West

368 E 59th St, Unit 3

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368 E 59th St, Unit #3

368 E 59th St, Unit 3
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6312 S Rhodes Ave

1649 W Garfield Blvd, Unit Apt 1

5035 S King Dr

5130 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr

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421 East 62nd

6214 S Eberhart

6209 S Michigan Ave

801 E Drexel Square

6022 S Indiana Ave
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5850-5858 S Martin Luther King Dr

St. Edmund's Meadows

6125 S Wabash

362 E 60th St

5609 S Michigan Ave

5410 S Indiana Ave

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6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr

6201-6203 S Langley Ave

6000 S Prairie
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5901 S Michigan

5854 S Michigan

5624 S. Wabash

6100 Eberhart

6147 S Vernon Ave

5735 S Calumet Ave

5758 S Wabash

5046 S Champlain

6101 S Langley Ave

5300 S Michigan
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Washington Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Park Studio Apartments | $957 | $600 | $1,425 |
| Washington Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $1,005 | $1,745 |
| Washington Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $1,000 | $3,137 |
| Washington Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,250 | $3,000 |
| Washington Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,700 | $3,225 |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Washington Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 $710. KLEO Art Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. 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. | Efficiencies | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| KLEO Art Residences | One Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Boxelder Court | Two Bedroom 50% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $965 |
| 6160 S Martin Luther King Dr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 5504 S Wabash | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| 6125 S Wabash | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| 6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 2BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Southland Village | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Park, IL
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Park area is the $0.87 price per square foot Three Bedroom 60% AMI Model at Prairie Park Apartments in the in the Washington Park neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Washington Park apartment is the Two Bedroom 120% Model at Ironwood starting at $1,280 with a $0.91 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Park Apartments | Three Bedroom 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 120% | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 6116 S Evans Ave, Unit Garden | 6116 S Evans Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 368 E 59th St, Unit #3 | 368 E 59th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Park Apartments | Three Bedroom 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Boxelder Court | One Bedroom 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Southland Village | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 5901 S Michigan | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 5504 S Wabash | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Washington Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Washington Park is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $710.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Park Apartment is $900 at KLEO Art Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington Park is starting from $965 at Boxelder Court.
What is the most affordable Washington Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Apartments and starts from $1,390.
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