
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillside, IL from $700 (15 Rentals)
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Westbrook Apartments

1213 34th Ave

805 N 22nd Ave

1827 N 43rd Ave, Unit 8
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171 25th Ave

KENMORE PARK, LLC

422 S 19th Ave

1622 N 40th Ave

1123 N 33rd Ave
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1921 S 17th Ave

1937 S 17th Ave

Broadview Apartments

812 S 19th Ave Maywood, IL 60153

102 S 17th Ave Maywood, IL 60153
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hillside Studio Apartments | $1,935 | $1,100 | $2,241 |
| Cheap Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,852 | $2,054 | $5,622 |
| Cheap Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,692 | $1,400 | $7,740 |
| Cheap Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,749 | $1,795 | $9,320 |
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Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillside, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Forest Glen Apartments in the Old Town Western Springs neighborhood priced from $1,400. 102 S 17th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 in the North Maywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,530. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Glen Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 102 S 17th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| The BlueStem | A | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
| Spinning Wheel Apartments | 2 BR/ 2 BA Large newly renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2,525 |
| Vyne on Haven | 1 BED+D - G | 1BR,1BA | $2,953 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, IL
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $1.81 price per square foot Aspen Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the South Villa Park neighborhood starting from $4,706. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 2 BR/ 2 BA Large newly renovated Model at Spinning Wheel Apartments starting at $2,525 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Downtown Hinsdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldridge Townhomes | Aspen | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.81 |
| Spinning Wheel Apartments | 2 BR/ 2 BA Large newly renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Vyne on Haven | 3 BED - D | 3BR,2BA | $4.08 |
| The BlueStem | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 1619 N 35th Ave, Unit 1 | 1619 N 35th Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| 1125 Bohland Ave, Unit 1 | 1125 Bohland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| One Oak Brook Commons | PH1.2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 102 S 17th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillside is starting from $1,400 at Forest Glen Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hillside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eldridge Townhomes and starts from $4,706.
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