
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elmwood Park, IL from $700 (61 Rentals)
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7520 W Grand Ave

2132 N Harlem Ave

2840 73rd Ave

2624 N 75th Ave, Unit Elmwood Apartment

1000 - 1010 North Blvd

1116 Washington - Oak Park
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3302 N Harlem Ave

6606 W George St

1750 Riverwoods Dr, Unit 109

305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph

8624 Fullerton Ave

126-132 N. Elmwood Ave. and 418-426 Lake St.

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Elmwood Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmwood Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Elmwood Park Studio Apartments | $1,892 | $895 | $7,500 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $1,225 | $9,250 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $1,350 | $6,550 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,517 | $1,800 | $8,776 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,765 | $3,200 | $8,077 |
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmwood Park, IL is a Studio unit found at 1000 - 1010 North Blvd in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood priced from $895. 7520 W Grand Ave in the Dunning neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmwood Park apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1010-16 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-412 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| RRK Ventures LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Bryant at Oak Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,565 |
| 720 Washington | 1 BD Remodeled w/Dishwasher | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood Park, IL
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood Park area is the $1.58 price per square foot 202 N Ridgeland Ave Model at 202 N Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Elmwood Park apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 6700NORTH starting at $2,795 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 202 N Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2 | 202 N Ridgeland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 6700NORTH | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 3618 N Ozanam Ave, Unit 3 | 3618 N Ozanam Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| 2725 N 75th Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 2725 N 75th Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| 1619 N Merrimac Ave, Unit 1 | 1619 N Merrimac Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 206 N Kenilworth Ave, Unit 1 | 206 N Kenilworth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Brixen | Montclare | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| 2806 N Rutherford Ave, Unit 1 N | 2806 N Rutherford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 2624 N 75th Ave, Unit Elmwood Apartment | 2624 N 75th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 1750 Riverwoods Dr, Unit 109 | 1750 Riverwoods Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Best Local Schools in Elmwood Park, IL
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Getting Around Elmwood Park, IL
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Elmwood Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmwood Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmwood Park is at 1000 - 1010 North Blvd listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmwood Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmwood Park Apartment is $1,295 at 1116 Washington - Oak Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmwood Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmwood Park is starting from $2,069 at Oak Park City Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elmwood Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elmwood Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Grove Residences and starts from $3,450.
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