
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Ridge Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (76 Rentals)
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2411 West Fitch

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 205

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 109

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 208

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 206

6733 N California Ave, Unit WG

6705 N California Ave, Unit 15-GS

6705 N California Ave, Unit 05-GE

6705 N California Ave, Unit 33-GW
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6705 N California Ave, Unit 09-1N

6705 N California Ave, Unit EG

6715 N California Ave, Unit SG

6705 N California Ave, Unit 15-GN

6715 N California Ave, Unit NG

2754 W North Shore Ave

7351 N Damen Ave, Unit 18

7351 N Damen Ave

1800 W Farwell Ave, Unit 04-1

Total Monthly Price
6910 N Ravenswood Ave, Unit 1
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7333 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 404

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 309

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 108

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 305

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 209

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 201

2048 W Touhy Ave

2048 W Touhy Ave, Unit 3

2025 W Granville Ave, Unit 305

Total Monthly Price
7300 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 207
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2545 W Fitch

1800 W Farwell Ave, Unit 12-1

6660 N Damen Ave

2716 W Rosemont Ave

2724 W Rosemont Ave

7351 N Damen Ave, Unit 19

2416 W North Shore Ave

1914 W Morse Ave, Unit 14-2N

Total Monthly Price
1806 W Farwell Ave, Unit 3

1800 W Farwell Ave, Unit 06-3B
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7320 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 24-3E

7320 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 20.5-3W

1934 W Estes Ave, Unit 34-1E

6721 N California Ave, Unit WG

2754 W North Shore Ave, Unit NG

6725 N California Ave, Unit NG

6705 N California Ave, Unit 31-2S

6731 N California Ave, Unit S3

6705 N California Ave, Unit 54-GN

7319 N Rogers Ave, Unit 102
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West Ridge, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,335 | $1,250 | $1,398 |
| West Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $1,225 | $1,750 |
| West Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $1,500 | $5,287 |
| West Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,520 | $2,000 | $3,200 |
| West Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,805 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Ridge Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available West Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Ridge area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2545 W Fitch priced from $1,430. The Onyx on Hoyne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable West Ridge apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2545 W Fitch | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| The Onyx on Hoyne | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Ridge Court | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ridge, IL
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Ridge area is the $1.25 price per square foot 5822 N Spaulding Ave Model at 5822 N Spaulding Ave, Unit Apartments for rent in the in the North Park neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value West Ridge apartment is the 6441 N Francisco Ave Model at 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the West Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5822 N Spaulding Ave, Unit Apartments for rent | 5822 N Spaulding Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 | 6441 N Francisco Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 6412 N Oakley Ave, Unit 1st floor | 6412 N Oakley Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 2050 W Farwell Ave, Unit G | 2050 W Farwell Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 6542 N Mozart St, Unit Apt.#2 | 6542 N Mozart St | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| 2737 W Lunt Ave, Unit 2W | 2737 W Lunt Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 2241 W Morse Ave, Unit 2 | 2241 W Morse Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 7227 N Rogers Ave, Unit 1 | 7227 N Rogers Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 7300 N Ridge Blvd, Unit #302 | 7300 N Ridge Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 1806 W Farwell Ave, Unit 3 | 1806 W Farwell Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Ridge Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Ridge Apartment is $1,430 at 2545 W Fitch.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Ridge is starting from $1,800 at The Onyx on Hoyne.
What is the most affordable West Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Onyx on Hoyne and starts from $2,100.
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