
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of West Chicago, IL from $900 (14 Rentals)
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Timber Lake

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Wood Glen Senior Residences
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Hillside, West Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $1,136 | $2,089 |
| Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $1,645 | $2,661 |
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Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillside area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences priced from $1,136. 306-314 Wilson Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,290. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| 306-314 Wilson Ave | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,504 |
| Aspen Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Diamond | 1BR,1BA | $1,669 |
| Winfield Station | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, IL
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $2.29 price per square foot A3 Model at Winfield Station in the in the South Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 2x1 Breckinridge Model at Aspen Ridge Apartments starting at $1,971 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Appletree neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winfield Station | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Aspen Ridge Apartments | 2x1 Breckinridge | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Timber Lake | Pine | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 306-314 Wilson Ave | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Hillside, West Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillside?
The cheapest apartment in Hillside is Wood Glen Senior Residences which is listed at $1,136, while the average apartment in Hillside costs $1,834.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Hillside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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