Cheap Homes for Rent in West Chatham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,500 (5 Rentals)

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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 7701-7707 S Stewart Ave priced from $845. 7929 S State St 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7701-7707 S Stewart AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$845
7929 S State StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$860
Auburn Gresham Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chatham, IL

As of April 12, 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 3bd 1 ba Model at 7607-7609 S Normal Ave starting at $1,400 with a $1.40 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7501-7509 S Stewart Ave2 bed 1 bath 1200 SF2BR,1BA$1.20
7607-7609 S Normal Ave3bd 1 ba3BR,1BA$1.40
7456 S Stewart Ave, Unit 37456 S Stewart Ave3BR,1BA$1.53
Auburn Gresham Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.58
7701-7707 S Stewart AveStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$1.92
7929 S State StStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.02

Frequently Asked Questions about West Chatham

What type of rentals are currently available in West Chatham?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in West Chatham, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $1,686. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Chatham ranging from $1,550 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Chatham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Chatham ranges from $1,550 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,941.

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