
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (75 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Washington Park area of Chicago.


KLEO Art Residences

Boxelder Court

111 E 57th St

5657 S Indiana Ave

5504 S Wabash

Ironwood

Southland Village

Park Apartments

68 E 57th St
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5164 S King Dr

Hyde Park West

6148 S Vernon Ave

Prairie Park Apartments

6035 S St Lawrence Ave, Unit GS

6031 S Eberhart Ave

Total Monthly Price
6149 S Evans Ave, Unit 6149-1, Unit 6149-1

1649 W Garfield Blvd, Unit Apt 1

5700 S Indiana Ave, Unit 1

5618 S Michigan Ave, Unit GDN
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5700 S Indiana Ave, Unit 3

6032 S St Lawrence Ave

6130 S Rhodes Ave

6235 S Rhodes Ave, Unit Unit 2

Total Monthly Price
6132 S Eberhart Ave, Unit G, Unit G

5918 S Calumet Ave

6130 S Prairie Ave, Unit 3

5909 S Calumet Ave, Unit Unit 2

6234 S Rhodes Ave, Unit 2

6234 S Rhodes Ave, Unit 2
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5411 S Michigan Ave, Unit 4

5843 S Michigan Ave, Unit 2N

5035 S King Dr

Historic Strand Apartments

421 East 62nd

6214 S Eberhart

6209 S Michigan Ave

6160 S Martin Luther King Dr

St. Edmund's Meadows

5850-5858 S Martin Luther King Dr
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5130 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr

6022 S Indiana Ave Chicago, IL 60637

6125 S Wabash

362 E 60th St

5609 S Michigan Ave

5410 S Indiana Ave

6033 S Vernon

6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr

6201-6203 S Langley Ave

6000 S Prairie
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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 | $1,375 | $900 | $1,745 |
| Washington Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $1,025 | $5,576 |
| Washington Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,250 | $9,984 |
| Washington Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $1,860 | $3,225 |
| Washington Park 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 75 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. 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 | $710 |
| Boxelder Court | Two Bedroom 50% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $965 |
| 5504 S Wabash | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| 6125 S Wabash | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| KLEO Art Residences | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| 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 |
| 5901 S Michigan | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Park Apartments | Two Bedroom 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Park, IL
As of May 24, 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 6132 S Eberhart Ave Model at 6132 S Eberhart Ave, Unit G starting at $1,850 with a $1.09 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 |
| 6132 S Eberhart Ave, Unit G | 6132 S Eberhart Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| 5046 S Champlain | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 120% | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Park Apartments | Three Bedroom 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 5901 S Michigan | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 6000 S Prairie | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Boxelder Court | One Bedroom 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Southland Village | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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 $1,126 at Boxelder Court.
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 Southland Village and starts from $1,400.
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