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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Chicago Heights Studio Apartments | $948 | $750 | $1,045 |
Cheap Chicago Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $825 | $1,350 |
Cheap Chicago Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $1,150 | $1,700 |
Cheap Chicago Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $1,388 | $1,920 |
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Cheapest Available Chicago Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chicago Heights, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the Downtown Park Forest neighborhood priced from $750. Olympic Village Apartments in the Indian Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,201. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chicago Heights apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Olympic Village Apartments | The Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
Central Park Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,539 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chicago Heights, IL
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chicago Heights area is the $1.43 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Oakwood Townhomes in the in the Indian Hill neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value Chicago Heights apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse W/D Model at Central Park Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,600 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Indian Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chicago Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Oakwood Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Central Park Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
56 W 25th St, Unit Back | 56 W 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
2022 S Halsted St, Unit 2 | 2022 S Halsted St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Olympic Village Apartments | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
17828 Park Ave, Unit 3 | 17828 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
51 W 21st St, Unit 2 | 51 W 21st St | 3BR,1BA | $17.00 |
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Getting Around Chicago Heights, IL
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chicago Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chicago Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chicago Heights is at Crest Apartments listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chicago Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chicago Heights Apartment is $825 at Crest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chicago Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago Heights is starting from $1,345 at Olympic Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chicago Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chicago Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Olympic Village Apartments and starts from $1,545.
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