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Chicago Heights, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Chicago Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chicago Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,569 | $1,200 | $1,795 |
Chicago Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,251 | $1,400 | $3,500 |
Chicago Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,449 | $1,600 | $3,000 |
Chicago Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,637 | $3,475 | $3,800 |
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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. Linden Park Apartments in the Lincoln Station neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. 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 |
Linden Park Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Central Park Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,179 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chicago Heights, IL
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chicago Heights area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 21837 Jeffrey in the in the West Lakes neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Chicago Heights apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated Model at Westbridge Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Lincoln Station 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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21837 Jeffrey | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Central Park Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath A W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Olympic Village Apartments | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
The Hartford | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Linden Park Apartments | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago Heights?
There are currently 135 Apartments for Rent in Chicago Heights, IL with pricing that ranges from $750 to $1,790. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago Heights ranging from $900 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chicago Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chicago Heights ranges from $900 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,103.
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