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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,825 | $1,793 | $1,858 |
| West Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $1,136 | $2,445 |
| West Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,600 | $2,829 |
| West Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $2,814 | $3,099 |
| West Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,206 | $5,206 | $5,206 |
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Cheapest Available West Chicago Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,136. Timber Lake in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chicago apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Aspen Ridge | 1x1 Diamond | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,892 |
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $1,893 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Chicago area is the $2.43 price per square foot 1 BR Designer Courtyard Model at Springs at St Charles in the in the Oak Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,893. The second greatest value West Chicago apartment is the Cedar Model at Timber Lake starting at $1,375 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Winfield Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Aspen Ridge | 1x1 Diamond | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chicago Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chicago Apartment is $1,136 at Wood Glen Senior Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Chicago is starting from $1,759 at Aspen Ridge.
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