Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Chatham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Chatham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| West Chatham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,350 | $1,450 |
| West Chatham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,750 | $1,800 |
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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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Cheapest Available West Chatham Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7701 S Stewart Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| 7929 S State St | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chatham, IL
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chatham area is the $1.45 price per square foot 7624 S Normal Ave Model at 7624 S Normal Ave, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Englewood neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value West Chatham apartment is the 7501 S Eggleston Ave Model at 7501 S Eggleston Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,750 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Englewood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7624 S Normal Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 7624 S Normal Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 7501 S Eggleston Ave, Unit 1 | 7501 S Eggleston Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 7701 S Stewart Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 7929 S State St | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Chatham, Chicago, IL
Ranked #161
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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