
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillside, IL from $700 (35 Rentals)
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The BlueStem

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Westbrook Apartments

1213 34th Ave

175 E Van Buren St, Unit 3

Forest Glen Apartments

1437 Homestead Rd, Unit 1437 Homestead Rd #8
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215 E 1st St, Unit 1

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1617 N 35th Ave, Unit G

1617 N 35th Ave

Kenmore Park

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1104 Rice Ave

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Elm Creek

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1509 Homestead Rd, Unit 2
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Vyne on Haven

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1712 N 35th Ave, Unit 2

1712 35th Ave, Unit 2

1345 S Mannheim Rd, Unit ApT 1S

1123 N 33rd Ave

1921 S 17th Ave

Broadview Apartments

1937 S 17th Ave
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812 S 19th Ave

636 S 13th Ave

125 E North Ave

410 School St

746 Beach Ave

Maywood Apartments

412 School St

323 22nd Ave
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9019 Lincoln Ave

1415 Homestead Rd

903 S 5th Ave
Hillside, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hillside Studio Apartments | $2,228 | $1,981 | $2,456 |
| Cheap Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,744 | $1,400 | $5,265 |
| Cheap Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,465 | $1,500 | $7,905 |
| Cheap Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,890 | $1,950 | $9,921 |
| Cheap Hillside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,035 | $3,300 | $5,590 |
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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 $1,650. Elm Creek in the South Villa Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,757. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Elm Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,757 |
| The BlueStem | A | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
| Spinning Wheel Apartments | 2 BR/ 2 BA Large newly renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2,525 |
| One Oak Brook Commons | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,665 |
| Vyne on Haven | 1 BED+D - A | 1BR,1BA | $3,101 |
| Eldridge Townhomes | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $5,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, IL
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $1.93 price per square foot C2 Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the South Villa Park neighborhood starting from $5,345. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 3 BR/ 2 BA newly renovated Model at Spinning Wheel Apartments starting at $3,250 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 | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Spinning Wheel Apartments | 3 BR/ 2 BA newly renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| One Oak Brook Commons | A3 | 3BR,2BA | $4.03 |
| Elm Creek | TH2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.31 |
| The BlueStem | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Vyne on Haven | 2 BED - I | 2BR,2BA | $3.81 |
| 1617 N 35th Ave, Unit G | 1617 N 35th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| 4353 Butterfield Rd, Unit 4353 | 4353 Butterfield Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment is $1,757 at Elm Creek.
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 $1,650 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 Spinning Wheel Apartments and starts from $3,250.
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