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Depaul, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Depaul Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Depaul area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1049 West Oakdale Apartments priced from $1,340. SoNu Digs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here are the most affordable Depaul apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1049 West Oakdale ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,340
SoNu DigsSX1.6Studio,1BA$1,445
828 W. FullertonStudioStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Depaul, IL

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Depaul area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2835 N Damen Ave Model at 2835 N Damen Ave in the in the Depaul neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Depaul apartment is the 2835 N Damen Ave Model at 2835 N Damen Ave, Unit 1R starting at $2,850 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Depaul neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Depaul apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2835 N Damen Ave2835 N Damen Ave3BR,2BA$1.68
2835 N Damen Ave, Unit 1R2835 N Damen Ave3BR,2BA$1.78
2835 N Damen Ave, Unit M00B2835 N Damen Ave3BR,2BA$1.90
2835 N Damen Ave, Unit J05P2835 N Damen Ave3BR,2BA$1.90
2835 N Damen Ave, Unit 1R2835 N Damen Ave3BR,2BA$2.07
2519 N Lincoln Ave, Unit D32519 N Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$2.07
2235 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 22235 W Fullerton Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
2117 N Winchester Ave, Unit 2F2117 N Winchester Ave2BR,1BA$1.81
PostUnit 8093BR,2BA$1.43
830 W Altgeld St, Unit #GF830 W Altgeld St1BR,1BA$1.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Depaul, Chicago, IL

Ranked #30

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Depaul, Chicago, IL

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Getting Around the Depaul Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

89 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

72 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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 Depaul Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Depaul?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Depaul is at 1049 West Oakdale Apartments listed at $1,340.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Depaul Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Depaul Apartment is $1,780 at Lathrop.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Depaul Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Depaul is starting from $2,250 at Lathrop.

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