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1440 S Neltnor BlvdWest Chicago, IL 60185
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Timber Lake
1200 Kings CirWest Chicago, IL 60185
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Wood Glen Senior Residences
199 W North AveWest Chicago, IL 60185
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Main Park Apartments
801 Burr Oaks DrWest Chicago, IL 60185
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121-157 Wycliffe Dr
121-157 Wycliffe DrWest Chicago, IL 60185
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205-219 Parker Ave
205-219 Parker AveWest Chicago, IL 60185
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306-314 Wilson Ave
306-314 Wilson AveWest Chicago, IL 60185
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Winfield Station
0S080 Winfield RdWinfield, IL 60190
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Lee Station
99 Lee CtWinfield, IL 60190
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown West Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown West Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,090 | $2,090 | $2,090 |
| Downtown West Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $1,136 | $2,167 |
| Downtown West Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,589 | $2,858 |
| Downtown West Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,834 | $7,834 | $7,834 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown West Chicago Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown West Chicago area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences priced from $1,136. Timber Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,444. Here are the most affordable Downtown West Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,444 |
| Aspen Ridge | 1x1 Freestyle | 1BR,1BA | $1,519 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown West Chicago, IL
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown West Chicago area is the $2.42 price per square foot B3 Model at Winfield Station in the in the South Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Downtown West Chicago apartment is the 2x1 Eldorado (Fully Renovated) Model at Aspen Ridge starting at $2,069 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Appletree neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown West Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winfield Station | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Aspen Ridge | 2x1 Eldorado (Fully Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Timber Lake | Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown West Chicago Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown West Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown West Chicago Apartment is $1,136 at Wood Glen Senior Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown West Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown West Chicago is starting from $1,725 at Timber Lake.
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