Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (16 Rentals)
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Southland Village

Boxelder Court

6160-6212 S Martin Luther King Dr

111 E 57th St

6148 S Vernon Ave

5850-5858 S Martin Luther King Dr
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 | $892 | $575 | $1,425 |
| Washington Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $950 | $3,006 |
| Washington Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $995 | $4,460 |
| Washington Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,210 | $1,305 | $7,196 |
| Washington Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $1,700 | $3,225 |
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There are currently 16 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 $675. Boxelder Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $965. 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 | $675 |
| Boxelder Court | Two Bedroom 50% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $965 |
| 801-05 E Drexel Square | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| 6160-6212 S Martin Luther King Dr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Park, IL
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Park area is the $1.11 price per square foot 5942 S Calumet Ave Model at 5942 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Washington Park neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Washington Park apartment is the 6041 S Saint Lawrence Ave Model at 6041 S Saint Lawrence Ave, Unit 2N starting at $2,150 with a $1.19 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5942 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1 | 5942 S Calumet Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 6041 S Saint Lawrence Ave, Unit 2N | 6041 S Saint Lawrence Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 6142 S Rhodes Ave, Unit 2 | 6142 S Rhodes Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 120% | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 5823 S Wabash Ave, Unit 2 | 5823 S Wabash Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 5642 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1 | 5642 S Prairie Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 6203 S Champlain Ave, Unit 3S | 6203 S Champlain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 5300 S Michigan Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Boxelder Court | One Bedroom 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Southland Village | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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 $1,585.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington Park?
The cheapest apartment in Washington Park is Boxelder Court which is listed at $1,126, while the average apartment in Washington Park costs $1,999.
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 20 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 $578 which is $1,421 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Park.
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