
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Maywood Neighborhood of Maywood, IL from $600 (50 Rentals)
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Baldwin Apartments

The Maywood Apartments

601-611 Lake St

824-826 S 17th Ave

1702-1706 W St. Charles Rd

1014 S 11th St

1008 Orchard Ave

900 Saint Charles Rd

4-10 N 3rd Ave
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406 Oak St

1820 S 2nd Ave

132 S 6th Ave

1018 Madison St

1112 S Orchard Ave

1010 S 2nd

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404 School

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701 S 5th Ave
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900 S 2nd Ave

Quincy Building

Garden House of Maywood

Goodell Place Apartments

1712 W St Charles Rd

1010-1016 Greenwood Ave

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The Residences at the Grove
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901-903 N 18th Ave

1419 Lake

402 Franklin Ave

416-420 Thatcher Ave

444 Ashland Ave

442 Jackson Blvd

7952-7956 W Madison St

1360 N 1st Ave

104 N 13th Ave

533-539 Jackson Blvd
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1400 N 1st Ave

850 Des Plaines Ave

7820 Madison St

7745 Adams St

7-9 Park Ave

7652 Madison Street

411-419 Thatcher Ave.

100-104 N 13th Ave

The Altenheim

Melrose Park - Safe Haven Veterans Village
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Downtown Maywood, Maywood, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Maywood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Maywood Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $1,195 | $1,195 |
| Downtown Maywood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Downtown Maywood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $1,995 | $2,150 |
| Downtown Maywood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Maywood Neighborhood of Maywood, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Maywood Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 404 School | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| 7652 Madison Street | 7652 Madison Street - 405 | 2BR,2BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Maywood, IL
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Maywood area is the $1.27 price per square foot 511 Lake St Model at 511 Lake St, Unit 511-3 Lake Street in the in the North Maywood neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downtown Maywood apartment is the 7652 Madison Street - 405 Model at 7652 Madison Street starting at $2,895 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Maywood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 511 Lake St, Unit 511-3 Lake Street | 511 Lake St | 4BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 7652 Madison Street | 7652 Madison Street - 405 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 404 School | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Maywood, Maywood, IL
Ranked #6
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Maywood, Maywood, IL
Emerson Elementary School
Proviso East High School
Washington Dual Language Academy
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