Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wrightwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (17 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wrightwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrightwood Studio Apartments | $1,123 | $995 | $1,375 |
| Wrightwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $1,000 | $1,300 |
| Wrightwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $750 | $4,064 |
| Wrightwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $1,275 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wrightwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Wrightwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wrightwood area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 1815 W 77th St priced from $935. 1615-21 W 77th St Chicago, IL 60620 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable Wrightwood apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1815 W 77th St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden unit | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| 1615-21 W 77th St Chicago, IL 60620 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $965 |
| 8001 S Marshfield Ave Chicago, IL 60620 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 8951 S Ada St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| 1514-20 W 77th Chicago, IL 60620 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wrightwood, IL
As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wrightwood area is the $0.87 price per square foot 8010 S Marshfield Ave Model at 8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Wrightwood apartment is the 7920 S Winchester Ave Model at 7920 S Winchester Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Ashburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wrightwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1 | 8010 S Marshfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 7920 S Winchester Ave, Unit 1 | 7920 S Winchester Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 8100 S Throop St 1307-11 W 81st Chicago, IL 60620 | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1415-25 W 80th | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 8311 S Racine Ave | 8311 S Racine Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 1475 W 77th St, Unit 1B | 1475 W 77th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1720 W 76th St, Unit 202 | 1720 W 76th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 1514-20 W 77th Chicago, IL 60620 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 7654 S Marshfield Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 8951 S Ada St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWrightwood, Chicago, IL
Ranked #158
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Wrightwood Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wrightwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wrightwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wrightwood Apartment is $935 at 1815 W 77th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wrightwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wrightwood is starting from $965 at 1615-21 W 77th St Chicago, IL 60620.
What is the most affordable Wrightwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wrightwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1415-25 W 80th and starts from $1,295.
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