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West Ridge, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Ridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Ridge area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Winthrop Terrace priced from $1,150. The Vivian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,297. Here are the most affordable West Ridge apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Winthrop Terrace0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,150
The VivianS5 Non-RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,297
2545 W Fitch1x1S1BR,1BA$1,393
Anderson PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
6954 N Sheridan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,550
415 PREMIER APARTMENTSS1Studio,1BA$1,698

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ridge, IL

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Ridge area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2029 W Jarvis Ave Model at 2029 W Jarvis Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Rogers Park neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value West Ridge apartment is the 6821 N Wolcott Ave Model at 6821 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,595 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Rogers Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2029 W Jarvis Ave, Unit 22029 W Jarvis Ave4BR,2BA$1.24
6821 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 26821 N Wolcott Ave3BR,2.5BA$1.44
2316 W Arthur Ave2316 W Arthur Ave3BR,2BA$1.80
2625 W Pratt Blvd, Unit 2N2625 W Pratt Blvd3BR,2BA$1.84
1845 W Greenleaf Ave, Unit #B1845 W Greenleaf Ave2BR,2BA$1.66
6425 N Troy St6425 N Troy St3BR,1BA$1.67
1936 W Estes Ave, Unit 2S1936 W Estes Ave2BR,1BA$1.63
1934 W Estes Ave, Unit 36-2S1934 W Estes Ave2BR,1BA$1.63
1934 W Estes Ave, Unit 36-3S1934 W Estes Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
7320 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 20.5-3W7320 N Ridge Blvd1BR,1BA$1.66

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in West Ridge?

There are currently 645 Apartments for Rent in West Ridge, IL with pricing that ranges from $995 to $4,800. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Ridge ranging from $950 to $4,400.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Ridge ranges from $950 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,125.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Ridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Ridge range from $1,900 to $4,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,475.

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