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15701 Lamon Ave

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14520 Harvey Ave
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4823 W 157th St

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14520 Harvey Ave

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15411 Myrtle Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Markham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,065 | $1,800 | $2,695 |
| Markham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,314 | $1,650 | $3,000 |
| Markham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,524 | $1,400 | $3,300 |
| Markham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Markham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Markham, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 304 East 147th Street Harvey, IL 60426 in the College District neighborhood priced from $955. 14600 Pulaski Rd. in the Country Aire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Markham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 304 East 147th Street Harvey, IL 60426 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| 14600 Pulaski Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 136 E 155th St Harvey, IL 60426 | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| One Fifty Seven Oak Forest | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,560 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Markham, IL and Nearby
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Markham area is the $2.48 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at One Fifty Seven Oak Forest in the in the Country Aire neighborhood starting from $2,560. The second greatest value Markham apartment is the 14525 S Richmond Ave Model at 14525 S Richmond Ave, Unit #1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.40 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Fifty Seven Oak Forest | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| 14525 S Richmond Ave, Unit #1 | 14525 S Richmond Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 136 E 155th St Harvey, IL 60426 | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 304 East 147th Street Harvey, IL 60426 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 17828 Park Ave | 17828 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 14600 Pulaski Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Markham?
There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in Markham, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,080 to $14,139. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Markham ranging from $1,370 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Markham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Markham ranges from $1,370 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,294.
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