Cheap Homes for Rent in Harwood Heights, IL from $1,000 (23 Rentals)

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property at 4236 N Ozark Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath Home for Rent

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4236 N Ozark Ave

NorridgeIL60706
property at 4919 N Lester Ave

$1,450

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$1,450

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4919 N Lester Ave, Unit 202

4919 N Lester Ave
ChicagoIL60630

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property at 5530 W Lawrence Ave

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 11

5530 W Lawrence Ave, Unit GN

5530 W Lawrence Ave
ChicagoIL60630

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Harwood Heights, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harwood Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Harwood Heights, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 7251-7259 Lawrence in the Dunning neighborhood priced from $900. Mont Clare in the Norwood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harwood Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7251-7259 LawrenceNo Vacancy1BR,1BA$900
Mont ClareS3Studio,1BA$1,250
The Pavilion ApartmentsSAStudio,1BA$1,292
Ronald & Gunnison1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harwood Heights, IL

As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harwood Heights area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2856 N Mason Ave Model at 2856 N Mason Ave, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Harwood Heights apartment is the 5228 W Hutchinson St Model at 5228 W Hutchinson St, Unit 2 starting at $2,300 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harwood Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2856 N Mason Ave, Unit 2nd floor2856 N Mason Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.33
5228 W Hutchinson St, Unit 25228 W Hutchinson St2BR,1BA$1.35
6734 N Oxford Ave, Unit Oxford Unit 26734 N Oxford Ave3BR,1BA$1.16
5473 N Parkside Ave, Unit 25473 N Parkside Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.64
5620 N Marmora Ave, Unit 15620 N Marmora Ave2BR,1BA$1.43
5744 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 2B5744 N Milwaukee Ave2BR,1BA$1.57
7251-7259 LawrenceNo Vacancy1BR,1BA$0.82
6136 W School St, Unit GARDEN6136 W School St1BR,1BA$1.50
4653 N Major Ave, Unit 2S4653 N Major Ave1BR,1BA$1.56
3859 N Oconto Ave, Unit G3859 N Oconto Ave1BR,1BA$1.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harwood Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Harwood Heights?

There are currently 620 Apartments for Rent in Harwood Heights, IL with pricing that ranges from $900 to $16,630. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harwood Heights ranging from $1,000 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Harwood Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harwood Heights ranges from $1,000 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,100.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Harwood Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harwood Heights range from $1,775 to $3,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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