
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Woodlawn Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (23 Rentals)


6525 S Evans Ave, Unit 1

6525 S Evans Ave, Unit 1

853 E 64th St

Academy at Drexel

6656 S Woodlawn Ave, Unit 3

6700 S Merrill Ave
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Island Terrace

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6714 S Chappel Ave
Woodlawn, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Woodlawn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlawn Studio Apartments | $946 | $726 | $1,439 |
| Woodlawn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,279 | $1,673 |
Woodlawn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,200 | $2,999 |
| Woodlawn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,665 | $3,599 |
| Woodlawn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $1,625 | $2,980 |
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Best Local Schools in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL
Carnegie Elementary School
Hyde Park Academy High School
Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Woodlawn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Woodlawn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Woodlawn is under $2,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Woodlawn?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Woodlawn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Woodlawn?
Cheap apartments in Woodlawn have an average cost of $521 which is $1,279 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Woodlawn.
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