
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillside, IL from $700 (32 Rentals)
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Oak Ridge Convalescent Home

29 N Hillside Ave

Westbrook Apartments

1314 N 21st Ave

Forest Glen Apartments

Kenmore Park

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10351 Cambridge St, Unit G2
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Spinning Wheel Apartments

1104 Rice Ave

Bellwood Gateway

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Elm Creek

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Vyne on Haven

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817 N 23rd Ave, Unit Apt 5

1345 S Mannheim Rd, Unit ApT 1S

9 Scotdale Rd
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101 Avon Rd

1123 N 33rd Ave

1921 S 17th Ave

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1937 S 17th Ave

812 S 19th Ave
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1415 Homestead Rd

600 S York St

10351 Chaucer St
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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 | $2,249 | $2,001 | $2,476 |
| Cheap Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $1,725 | $3,597 |
| Cheap Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,086 | $1,500 | $6,157 |
| Cheap Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,023 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Hillside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,010 | $2,600 | $5,455 |
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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. Bellwood Gateway in the Seminary District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,765. 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 |
| Bellwood Gateway | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
| Elm Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,921 |
| Vyne on Haven | STUDIO - J | Studio,1BA | $2,476 |
| Spinning Wheel Apartments | 2 BR/ 2 BA Large newly renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2,525 |
| One Oak Brook Commons | A1.2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| Eldridge Townhomes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $4,993 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, IL
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $1.92 price per square foot C1 Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the South Villa Park neighborhood starting from $4,993. 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 | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Spinning Wheel Apartments | 3 BR/ 2 BA newly renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 817 N 23rd Ave, Unit Apt 5 | 817 N 23rd Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| One Oak Brook Commons | A2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.88 |
| Elm Creek | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Bellwood Gateway | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Vyne on Haven | STUDIO - J | Studio ,1BA | $3.89 |
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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 $1,765 at Bellwood Gateway.
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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