
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Markham, IL from $980 (79 Rentals)
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16613 Hillcrest Dr

15750 Dixie Hwy

One Fifty Seven Oak Forest

Hampton Court

14612 Keystone Ave

15701 Lamon Ave

14347 S Campbell Ave

3326-3356 184th St

3329 147th Pl
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3327 W 135th St

Oak Creek

611 E 151st St

17100 Cicero Ave

18154 Martin Ave

14638 Keystone Ave

2005 139th St

14843 S Morgan St

3341 147th Pl

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15540 S Center Ave

14633 S Keystone Ave

1947 Hickory Rd

14915 Washington

16044 S Halsted St
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17714 Dixie Hwy

5120 Shadow Creek Dr

Colonial Estates

14513 S Richmond Ave

4042 147th St

3734 171st St

3811 171st St

3625 147th St

14618 Keystone Ave

14517 S Richmond Ave
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16035 Laramie Ave

14635 Lamon Ave

3552-3558 147th St

16735 Forest Ave

95 W 154th St

14921 Washington St

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3206 W 184th St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Markham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Markham Studio Apartments | $1,218 | $980 | $1,695 |
| Cheap Markham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $1,095 | $1,925 |
| Cheap Markham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $1,499 | $2,660 |
| Cheap Markham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,895 | $3,195 |
| Cheap Markham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Markham Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 E 155th | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| One Fifty Seven Oak Forest | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Markham, IL
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Markham area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 136 E 155th in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,105. The second greatest value Markham apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at One Fifty Seven Oak Forest starting at $1,695 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Country Aire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Markham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 E 155th | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| One Fifty Seven Oak Forest | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Markham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Markham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Markham is at One Fifty Seven Oak Forest listed at $1,695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Markham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Markham Apartment is $1,925 at One Fifty Seven Oak Forest.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Markham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Markham is starting from $2,545 at One Fifty Seven Oak Forest.
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