
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Summit, IL from $700 (35 Rentals)
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7218 Park Ave

Summit Court Apartments

7601 W 61st Pl

6256 W 64th Pl, Unit 104

7819 Rutherford Ave

7821 43rd St, Unit 3A

5740 East Ave
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Hunter Brook Group

6946 W 65th St

6225 W 64th Pl, Unit b

6704 W 64th Pl, Unit 1 west

9101 Sahler Ave

7821 43rd St

7751-7757 S Oconto Ave

Water Tower
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43-63 Forest Ave

6101 S Oak Park

West Clare Apartments

3522-30 Oak Park Ave

Riverwalk Senior Residences

6256 W 64th Pl

3258 Maple Ave

7918 Nordica Ave
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Lyons

5508 W 55th St

1906 Grove Ave

4127 S Harlem Ave

4824 S Lotus Ave

104 Lincoln Ave

5936 S Kolin Ave

7858 S Natoma Ave
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7330 39th St

6929 W 64th Pl

7601 Banks St
Summit, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $1,400 | $3,115 |
| Cheap Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Cheap Summit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,209 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Summit, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 7858 S Natoma Ave in the West Cook neighborhood priced from $1,495. Hunter Brook Group in the West Cook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summit apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7858 S Natoma Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 6946 W 65th St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, IL
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $1.18 price per square foot 7503 W 64th St Model at 7503 W 64th St, Unit Unit:2 in the in the West Cook neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 6946 W 65th St starting at $1,550 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Clearing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7503 W 64th St, Unit Unit:2 | 7503 W 64th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 6946 W 65th St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 7439 W 64th St, Unit 2 | 7439 W 64th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Summit Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Summit is starting from $1,495 at 7858 S Natoma Ave.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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