
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Steger, IL from $500 (35 Rentals)
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Crest Apartments

128 W 34th St

3623 Union Ave

ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS

Chelsea Garden

Westbridge Apartments

The Shields
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1916 Euclid Ave

3120 Commercial Ave

484 Hickory St

1205 N Main St

26-28 W 29th St

Ford Heights

3034 Chicago Rd
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402 Hickory St

9 16th St

205-207 W 14th Pl

451 Cass St

Golden Towers I & II

130 Hickory St

1434 Park Ave

378 West 116th
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3221 Commercial Ave

Vera L. Yates Homes

Autumn Ridge

Sauk Village Apartments

137 W 27th St

Eagle Ridge Apartments

21746 Jeffrey

Crete Village West Apartments
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148 W 14th St

2520 Chicago Rd

21901 Jeffrey Ave
Steger, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Steger?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Steger Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $800 | $1,110 |
| Cheap Steger 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $553 | $1,475 |
| Cheap Steger 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $1,300 | $1,725 |
| Cheap Steger 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $1,036 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Steger Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Steger, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. Linden Park Apartments in the Downtown Park Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,110. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Steger apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,110 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Chelsea Garden | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Steger, IL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Steger area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 BED 1 BATH Model at ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS in the in the University Park neighborhood starting from $1,159. The second greatest value Steger apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated Model at Westbridge Apartments starting at $1,435 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Lincoln Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Steger apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 2805 Commercial Ave | 2805 Commercial Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 24 W 37th St, Unit #2 | 24 W 37th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Chelsea Garden | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Steger Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Steger Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Steger Apartment is $1,200 at Chelsea Garden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Steger Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Steger is starting from $1,159 at ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS.
What is the most affordable Steger Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Steger Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Townhomes and starts from $1,825.
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