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West Town, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Town Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Huron 1347 W1B - Rear1BR,1BA$1,650
Nevele22 - 1122 W ChicagoS03Studio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Town, IL

As of May 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Town area is the $1.93 price per square foot 613 N Racine Ave Model at 613 N Racine Ave, Unit 1 in the in the West Town neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value West Town apartment is the 2124 W Rice St Model at 2124 W Rice St, Unit 3 starting at $3,800 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the West Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Town apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
613 N Racine Ave, Unit 1613 N Racine Ave4BR,2BA$1.93
2124 W Rice St, Unit 32124 W Rice St3BR,2BA$2.11
646 N Damen Ave, Unit 2R646 N Damen Ave2BR,1BA$2.13
747 N Throop St, Unit 1747 N Throop St2BR,1BA$2.27
1415 W Erie St, Unit 2R1415 W Erie St1BR,1BA$2.10
1357 W Ancona St, Unit West Town1357 W Ancona St2BR,1BA$2.32
PostUnit 8093BR,2BA$1.43
2115 W Huron St, Unit G2115 W Huron St1BR,1BA$1.78
Huron 1347 W1B - Rear1BR,1BA$2.06
1409 W Erie St, Unit M03B1409 W Erie St2BR,1BA$2.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Town

What type of rentals are currently available in West Town?

There are currently 336 Apartments for Rent in West Town, IL with pricing that ranges from $925 to $17,941. There are also 164 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Town ranging from $1,395 to $8,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Town ranges from $1,395 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,139.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Town range from $925 to $16,705, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $7,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,179.

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