Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wicker Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (18 Rentals)

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The North Hotel
Studio Apartments

The North Hotel

1622 N California AveChicago, IL 60647
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1326 N Cleaver
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1326 N Cleaver

1326 N CleaverChicago, IL 60642
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1234 N Cleaver
2 Bedroom Apartments

1234 N Cleaver

1234 N CleaverChicago, IL 60642
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Wicker Park Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wicker Park Lofts

1515-1519 W Haddon AveChicago, IL 60642
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1440 N Ashland Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1440 N Ashland Ave

1440 N Ashland AveChicago, IL 60622
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1249 N Greenview Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1249 N Greenview Ave

1249 N Greenview AveChicago, IL 60642
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wicker Park, IL

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wicker Park area is the $0.21 price per square foot 2519 W North Ave Model at 2519 W North Ave, Unit # 03F in the in the West Park neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Wicker Park apartment is the 1470 N Milwaukee Ave Model at 1470 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,450 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the West Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wicker Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2519 W North Ave, Unit # 03F2519 W North Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
1470 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 21470 N Milwaukee Ave1BR,1BA$1.73
1470 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 31470 N Milwaukee Ave1BR,1BA$1.73
1440 N Washtenaw Ave, Unit 21440 N Washtenaw Ave2BR,2BA$1.21
2116 W Concord Pl, Unit A02C2116 W Concord Pl2BR,1BA$1.56
2639 W Potomac Ave, Unit G04C2639 W Potomac Ave2BR,2BA$1.72
2639 W Potomac Ave, Unit M00H2639 W Potomac Ave2BR,2BA$1.72
1533 N Rockwell St, Unit 11533 N Rockwell St2BR,1BA$1.31
1359 N Rockwell St, Unit 11359 N Rockwell St2BR,2BA$1.58
1422 N Maplewood Ave, Unit 21422 N Maplewood Ave2BR,1BA$1.63

Getting Around the Wicker Park Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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