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3601 W 79th St

9524 S Troy Ave

9807 S Kedzie Ave

8046 S Pulaski Rd

10435 Longwood Ln
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9845 S Cicero Ave

Columbus Tower

6837 S Maplewood Ave

6611 S St Louis Ave

10918 S Kilpatrick

Oak Lawn Apartments
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4848 W 83rd St

11635 S Pulaski Rd

8058 S Hermitage Ave

10739 S Pulaski Rd

7058 S Fairfield Ave

Oak Lawn Gardens
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Hometown, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hometown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hometown Studio Apartments | $1,902 | $1,375 | $2,429 |
| Cheap Hometown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,295 | $1,595 |
| Cheap Hometown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $1,290 | $4,024 |
| Cheap Hometown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,210 | $1,789 | $2,895 |
| Cheap Hometown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,989 | $9,989 | $9,989 |
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Cheapest Available Hometown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hometown, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 9700 S Karlov Ave in the Downtown Oak Lawn neighborhood priced from $1,750. 10116 Cook Ave in the Downtown Oak Lawn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,789. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hometown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9700 S Karlov Ave | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 10116 Cook Ave | oak lawn single family home | 3BR,2BA | $1,789 |
| 9517-9521 Minnick Ave | Unit 5 | 2BR,2BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hometown, IL
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hometown area is the $2.11 price per square foot 9347 S Harding Ave Model at 9347 S Harding Ave, Unit Unit 2 in the in the Ashburn neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Hometown apartment is the Unit 5 Model at 9517-9521 Minnick Ave starting at $2,000 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Downtown Oak Lawn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hometown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9347 S Harding Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 9347 S Harding Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 9517-9521 Minnick Ave | Unit 5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| 9700 S Karlov Ave | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hometown Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hometown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hometown is starting from $1,750 at 9700 S Karlov Ave.
What is the most affordable Hometown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hometown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 10116 Cook Ave and starts from $1,789.
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