
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wildwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (39 Rentals)
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5255 N Mobile Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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5619 N Luna Ave, Unit Garden, Unit Garden

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5608 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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6445 N Oketo Ave, Unit Garden, Unit Garden

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5222 N Ludlam Ave, Unit 2 Floor, Unit 2 Floor

5680 N Elston Ave, Unit 1F

6606 W Devon Ave

5742 N Milwaukee Ave
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6734 N Oxford Ave, Unit Oxford Unit 2, Unit Oxford Unit 2

5742 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 2A

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6626 W Devon Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

5935 N Northwest Hwy

6173-6179 N Northwest Hwy

6200 N Milwaukee Ave

5705 - 5713 West Catalpa Avenue

7225-7229 W Higgins Ave

5651 N Miltimore Ave
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6752 N Sauganash Ave

6654 W Devon Ave

5556 N Central Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

6490 N Northwest Hwy

5501 N Mango Ave

5363 N Central Ave

5523 N Major Ave

5915 N Milwaukee Ave

4739 Washington, Unit E3
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4739 Washington St, Unit 2

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8206 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit G1, Unit G1

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7630 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit ONE BEDROOM - 1B, Unit ONE BEDROOM - 1B

6876 W Touhy Ave

7630 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit B2

8232 Niles Center Rd, Unit 306

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8309 Keating Ave

6911 N Rosemary Ln
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8052 N Oriole Ave

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8255 Skokie Boulevard
Wildwood, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wildwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildwood Studio Apartments | $2,088 | $1,921 | $2,336 |
| Wildwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $1,260 | $3,252 |
| Wildwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,934 | $1,400 | $3,964 |
| Wildwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,746 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Wildwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wildwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Wildwood Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| District 1860 | Studio H | Studio,1BA | $2,136 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wildwood, IL
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wildwood area is the $1.80 price per square foot 5207 Galitz St Model at 5207 Galitz St, Unit 1 in the in the Forest Glen neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Wildwood apartment is the 5473 N Parkside Ave Model at 5473 N Parkside Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,350 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wildwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 5207 Galitz St, Unit 1 | 5207 Galitz St | 4BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| 5473 N Parkside Ave, Unit 2 | 5473 N Parkside Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| 5222 N Ludlam Ave, Unit 2 Floor | 5222 N Ludlam Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 6523 N Northwest Hwy, Unit Second Floor | 6523 N Northwest Hwy | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 5833 W Peterson Ave, Unit 1 | 5833 W Peterson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 7632 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit TWO BEDROOMS | 7632 N Milwaukee Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 5719 N Meade Ave, Unit 11 | 5719 N Meade Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 5255 N Mobile Ave, Unit 1 | 5255 N Mobile Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 6626 W Devon Ave, Unit 1 | 6626 W Devon Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 5939 N Northwest Hwy, Unit #1B | 5939 N Northwest Hwy | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWildwood, Chicago, IL
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wildwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wildwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wildwood Apartment is $2,288 at District 1860.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wildwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wildwood is starting from $2,799 at Highpoint at 8000 North.
What is the most affordable Wildwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wildwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at District 1860 and starts from $4,031.
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