
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Summit, IL from $1,250 (32 Rentals)
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Summit Court Apartments

7121 36th St

6250 W 64th Pl, Unit 101

7215 38th Place

7819 Rutherford Ave

Hunter Brook Group

6319 S Oak Park Ave, Unit 1A
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6445 S Austin Ave, Unit 2F

3921 Joliet Ave

5632 S Narragansett Ave, Unit 204

8808 45th Pl, Unit 1

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6219 S Nagle Ave, Unit 6219

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3602 Clarence Ave, Unit 2nd floor

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5353 S Natchez Ave, Unit 1F

7751-7757 S Oconto Ave
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43-63 Forest Ave

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5304 S New England Ave

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3522-30 Oak Park Ave

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5121 S New England Ave

7858 S Natoma Ave

6250 W 64th Pl

7936 Ogden Ave

3537 S Harlem Ave

7653 Roberts Rd

6946 W 65th St

6214 S Narragansett Ave
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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 | $1,350 | $1,250 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $1,500 | $2,296 |
| Cheap Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $1,700 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Summit, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 7858 S Natoma Ave in the Burbank neighborhood priced from $1,295. 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 | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $1,295 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| 7819 Rutherford Ave | 2/1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, IL
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3734 Ridgeland Ave Model at 3734 Ridgeland Ave, Unit Apt. 1 in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the 3838 Ridgeland Ave Model at 3838 Ridgeland Ave, Unit Unit 1 in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting at $2,250 with a $1.88 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3734 Ridgeland Ave, Unit Apt. 1 | 3734 Ridgeland Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $1.72 |
| 3838 Ridgeland Ave, Unit Unit 1 | 3838 Ridgeland Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $1.88 |
| 3602 Clarence Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 3602 Clarence Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| 6219 S Nagle Ave, Unit 6219 | 6219 S Nagle Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.65 |
| 5353 S Natchez Ave, Unit 1F | 5353 S Natchez Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.89 |
| 7819 Rutherford Ave | 2/1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| 7215 38th Place | 7215 38th Place | 1BR, 1BA | $1.63 |
| 6445 S Austin Ave, Unit 2F | 6445 S Austin Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Apartment is $1,295 at 7858 S Natoma Ave.
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 $1,600 at 7819 Rutherford Ave.
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