Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (15 Rentals)
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6160-6212 S Martin Luther King Dr

Boxelder Court

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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 | $892 | $575 | $1,425 |
| Washington Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $1,126 | $3,006 |
| Washington Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,810 | $1,025 | $7,967 |
| Washington Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $945 | $8,358 |
| Washington Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,800 | $3,225 |
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There are currently 15 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 |
| 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 December 07, 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 6137 S Indiana Ave Model at 6137 S Indiana Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,249 with a $1.50 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 |
| 6137 S Indiana Ave, Unit 2 | 6137 S Indiana Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 120% | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 5823 S Wabash Ave, Unit 2 | 5823 S Wabash Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 5300 S Michigan Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 5051 S Forrestville Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Park Apartments | Two Bedroom 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Boxelder Court | One Bedroom 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Southland Village | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 6000 S Prairie | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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 $2,000.
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 21 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 $606 which is $1,394 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Park.
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