Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Chatham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,100 (8 Rentals)
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West Chatham, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Chatham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Chatham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $1,100 | $1,250 |
West Chatham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $1,686 | $1,686 |
West Chatham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,700 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Chatham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chatham, IL
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chatham area is the $1.53 price per square foot 408 W 77th St Model at 408 W 77th St, Unit 1 in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,686. The second greatest value West Chatham apartment is the 122 W 80th St Model at 122 W 80th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chatham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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408 W 77th St, Unit 1 | 408 W 77th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
122 W 80th St, Unit 1 | 122 W 80th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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Getting Around the West Chatham Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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.
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