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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hometown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hometown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,834 | $1,449 | $2,300 |
| Hometown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,640 | $1,700 | $3,750 |
| Hometown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,200 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available Hometown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hometown, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 9600 S Komensky Ave in the Downtown Oak Lawn neighborhood priced from $1,400. 7806-7812 S Troy in the Ashburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hometown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9600 S Komensky Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 7806-7812 S Troy | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,780 |
| 4601 West 95th Street | 3 bed /1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hometown, IL and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hometown area is the $2.00 price per square foot 3 bed /1 bath Model at 4601 West 95th Street in the in the Downtown Oak Lawn neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Hometown apartment is the 1/1 Model at 9600 S Komensky Ave starting at $1,400 with a $2.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4601 West 95th Street | 3 bed /1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 9600 S Komensky Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hometown?
There are currently 141 Apartments for Rent in Hometown, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $4,322. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hometown ranging from $1,200 to $3,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hometown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hometown ranges from $1,200 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,347.
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