
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Chatham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (8 Rentals)
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7643 S Stewart

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Chatham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Chatham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $1,200 | $1,686 |
| West Chatham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $1,400 | $1,450 |
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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
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Chatham area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 7701 S Stewart priced from $845. 7929 S State has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $860. Here are the most affordable West Chatham apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7701 S Stewart | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| 7929 S State | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| 7643 S Stewart | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chatham, IL
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Chatham area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2 bed 1 bath 1200 SF Model at 7501-7509 S Stewart Ave in the in the Englewood neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value West Chatham apartment is the 7456 S Stewart Ave Model at 7456 S Stewart Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,450 with a $1.53 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7501-7509 S Stewart Ave | 2 bed 1 bath 1200 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 7456 S Stewart Ave, Unit 3 | 7456 S Stewart Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 7643 S Stewart | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 7701 S Stewart | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
| 7929 S State | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chatham Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Chatham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Chatham is starting from $1,025 at 7643 S Stewart.
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