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1619 S Komensky Ave

2407 S Drake Ave

3117 48th Ct

826 S Austin Blvd

209 N Kolmar Ave

3512 W 12th Pl

1632 Ridgeland Ave

5459 W Chicago Ave

5428 S Kenneth Ave
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2729 S Harding Ave

6606 Windsor Ave

1409 S Central Ave

4622 W Jackson Blvd

6645 21st St

4616 W Jackson Blvd

52 N Parkside Ave

52 N Parkside Ave

4747 19th St

737 N Central Ave
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1409 S Central Ave

52 N Parkside Ave

5911 W Huron St

320 N Pine Ave

3515 S Harlem Ave

4622 W Jackson Blvd

5143 W 24th Pl

2835 S Harvey Ave, Unit 2nd floor

7321 14th St

1227 S Harlem Ave, Unit 507
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2518 S St Louis Ave

4058 W Congress Pkwy

4547 W 55th St

5657 W Washington Blvd

5647 W Washington Blvd

5527 W 24th Pl

5647 W Washington Blvd

324 S Maple Ave

30-30 N Central Ave

5440 W Huron St
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4816 W 24th St

4035 W Gladys Ave

3150 S Harlem Ave

2223 S Hamlin Ave

5849 W Midway Park

317 Wisconsin Ave, Unit 3c

317 Wisconsin Ave

1420 S Millard Ave

6337 Roosevelt Rd

1264 S St Louis Ave
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Cicero, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cicero?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cicero 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,838 | $1,150 | $2,995 |
| Cicero 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,322 | $1,150 | $4,300 |
| Cicero 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,350 | $1,800 | $3,300 |
| Cicero 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Cicero 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Cicero Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cicero, IL is a Studio unit found at 4114 W Washington Blvd in the West Garfield Park neighborhood priced from $825. Washington Plaza in the Austin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cicero apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4114 W Washington Blvd | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Washington Plaza | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| 5836 W Madison St | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 5957 W Madison St | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| 100-112 S. Harvey Ave. and 223-227 South Blvd. | 112 S. Harvey G | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| 5100-5104 W Monroe St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cicero, IL
As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cicero area is the $0.12 price per square foot 908 Lyman Ave Model at 908 Lyman Ave, Unit 2a in the in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Cicero apartment is the 2Bd/1B - w/ an office Model at 5567 W Van Buren St starting at $1,900 with a $0.66 price per square foot in the Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cicero apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 908 Lyman Ave, Unit 2a | 908 Lyman Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.12 |
| 5567 W Van Buren St | 2Bd/1B - w/ an office | 2BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| 3940 W Gladys Ave, Unit 2 | 3940 W Gladys Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| 2228 S Kedvale Ave, Unit 2 | 2228 S Kedvale Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 4745 S Karlov Ave, Unit 2 | 4745 S Karlov Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 4814 W Monroe St | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Cermak-MASTER | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 708-14 S Karlov Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 423 N Central Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 2112 S 58th Ave, Unit 1R | 2112 S 58th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cicero
What type of rentals are currently available in Cicero?
There are currently 1481 Apartments for Rent in Cicero, IL with pricing that ranges from $650 to $11,295. There are also 131 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cicero ranging from $975 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cicero?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cicero ranges from $975 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,555.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cicero?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cicero range from $1,350 to $11,295, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.
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