
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Austin Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (58 Rentals)
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551 N Lavergne Ave, Unit 551 2ND FLR

634-640 N Lamon

5735 W. Washington Blvd

4865 W Concord Pl, Unit 2
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159-161 N. Austin Blvd. & 5959-5961 West End Ave

618-632 S. Austin Blvd.

Oak Park Residence Corporation

140 S Austin Blvd
Austin, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Austin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Austin Studio Apartments | $1,793 | $835 | $4,906 |
Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $950 | $5,755 |
Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,027 | $1,100 | $8,969 |
Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,549 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Austin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Austin area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Plaza priced from $835. Pine North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Austin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Washington Plaza | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $835 |
Pine North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
1530-1532 N. Austin Blvd. | 1532 N. Austin 9, 12 & 15 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
618-632 S. Austin Blvd. | 618 S. Austin B, 624 S. Austin G, 626 S. Austin... | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
Oak Park Residence Corporation | 1 bedrooms at various prices and locations | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
140 S Austin Blvd | 3BD/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,325 |
432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432 N. Austin A & 438 N. Austin H | 2BR,1BA | $1,429 |
814-820 S. Austin Blvd. | 814 & 820 S. Austin E | 2BR,1BA | $1,439 |
24-32 Washington Blvd. | 24 Washington A & 32 Washington B | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin, IL
As of February 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Austin area is the $0.50 price per square foot 3BD/1BA Model at 140 S Austin Blvd in the in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Austin apartment is the 5100 W Fulton St Model at 5100 W Fulton St, Unit 1 starting at $2,250 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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140 S Austin Blvd | 3BD/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.50 |
5100 W Fulton St, Unit 1 | 5100 W Fulton St | 4BR,2BA | $0.87 |
5241 W Washington Blvd, Unit 2nd fl. | 5241 W Washington Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
1227 N Parkside Ave, Unit Garden unit | 1227 N Parkside Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
24-32 Washington Blvd. | 24 Washington A & 32 Washington B | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
814-820 S. Austin Blvd. | 814 & 820 S. Austin E | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432 N. Austin A & 438 N. Austin H | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
551 N Lavergne Ave, Unit 551 2ND FLR | 551 N Lavergne Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
8-12 Van Buren St. and 336-350 S. Austin B | 336 S. Austin N & 346 S. Austin F | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Pine North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Austin, Chicago, IL
Howe Elementary School
Douglass Academy High School
McNair School of Excellence
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Best Local Schools in Austin, Chicago, IL
Howe Elementary School
Douglass Academy High School
McNair School of Excellence
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Austin Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Austin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Austin is at Washington Plaza listed at $835.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment is $950 at Pine North.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Austin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Austin is starting from $1,429 at 432-438 N. Austin Blvd..
What is the most affordable Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 140 S Austin Blvd and starts from $1,325.
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