
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Elsdon Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (21 Rentals)
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West Elsdon, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Elsdon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Elsdon Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| West Elsdon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $850 | $1,650 |
| West Elsdon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $1,050 | $3,880 |
| West Elsdon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,300 | $2,450 |
| West Elsdon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Elsdon Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available West Elsdon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Elsdon area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 5801 S Sacramento Ave priced from $775. The Talman Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable West Elsdon apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5801 S Sacramento Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| The Talman Building | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Park Place Apartments | Two Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| 5800-04 S Artesian Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Elsdon, IL
As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Elsdon area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Townhouse Model at 3601 W 53rd St in the in the West Elsdon neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value West Elsdon apartment is the 6245 S Sacramento Ave Model at 6245 S Sacramento Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,900 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Marquette Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Elsdon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3601 W 53rd St | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,3BA | $1.25 |
| 6245 S Sacramento Ave, Unit 1 | 6245 S Sacramento Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 6316 S Kenneth Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 6316 S Kenneth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 6810 S Talman Ave, Unit apt1 | 6810 S Talman Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 4450 S Homan Ave, Unit 1 | 4450 S Homan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 6137 S Fairfield Ave, Unit 2 | 6137 S Fairfield Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 6222 S Albany Ave, Unit GardenUnit | 6222 S Albany Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Talman Building | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 4355 S Sawyer Ave, Unit 308 | 4355 S Sawyer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 3938 S Talman Ave, Unit G | 3938 S Talman Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Elsdon, Chicago, IL
Ranked #161
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Elsdon, Chicago, IL
Peck Elementary School
Solorio Acad High School
Hernandez Middle School
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Getting Around the West Elsdon Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
58 / 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Elsdon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Elsdon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Elsdon Apartment is $850 at The Talman Building.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Elsdon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Elsdon is starting from $1,050 at The Talman Building.
What is the most affordable West Elsdon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Elsdon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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