
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cragin Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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2609 N Lamon Ave

4954 W Dickens Ave

5345 W Wolfram St

3224 N Keating Ave

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Cragin, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cragin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cragin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,925 | $1,290 | $2,500 |
Cragin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,166 | $1,800 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cragin Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cragin, IL
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cragin area is the $1.40 price per square foot 5436 W Fullerton Ave Model at 5436 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Cragin apartment is the 5128 W Montana St Model at 5128 W Montana St, Unit First Floor starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Cragin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cragin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5436 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 1 | 5436 W Fullerton Ave | 1BR,2BA | $1.40 |
5128 W Montana St, Unit First Floor | 5128 W Montana St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
3335 N Lamon Ave, Unit 3 | 3335 N Lamon Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
2510 N LeClaire Ave, Unit 1 | 2510 N LeClaire Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
2455 N LeClaire Ave, Unit 2455-1 | 2455 N LeClaire Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
5000 W Oakdale Ave, Unit garden | 5000 W Oakdale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $17.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cragin
What type of rentals are currently available in Cragin?
There are currently 202 Apartments for Rent in Cragin, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,275 to $2,800. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cragin ranging from $1,250 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cragin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cragin ranges from $1,250 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,685.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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