
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Edgewater Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (97 Rentals)
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Bryn Mawr Belle Shore

The Sovereign

1108 W Rosemont Ave, Unit #311

Wyndham Apartments

5425 N Kenmore Ave, Unit M01B

The Edison

5326 N Winthrop Ave
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5717 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 1040-203

930 W. Winona

5425 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 105

5359 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 5417-504

Peterson Plaza

5664 N Ridge Ave, Unit M03B

5852 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 207

5800 North Sheridan

6211 N Kenmore

5863 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 305

6008 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 110

5668 N Ridge Ave, Unit ONE BED

6231 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 1

6022 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 6C

6031 N Paulina St

1434 W Thorndale Ave, Unit M00B

5737 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 42-108

Sheridan Lake - 6401 N Sheridan Rd

The Maynard at 5115 N Sheridan
Edgewater, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Edgewater?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Edgewater Studio Apartments | $1,304 | $700 | $1,875 |
Edgewater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $945 | $3,395 |
Edgewater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,400 | $3,450 |
Edgewater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $1,800 | $4,800 |
Edgewater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,865 | $3,800 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Edgewater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Edgewater area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Bryn Mawr Belle Shore priced from $893. The Belle Shore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $893. Here are the most affordable Edgewater apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bryn Mawr Belle Shore | Studio A1 | Studio,1BA | $893 |
The Belle Shore | Studio A1 | Studio,1BA | $893 |
Wyndham Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,041 |
The Edison | Studio | 1 bath - EFFR | Studio,1BA | $1,068 |
1040 Hollywood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Catalpa Vista Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,135 |
Winthrop Terrace | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edgewater, IL
As of February 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Edgewater area is the $1.53 price per square foot 1522 W Thorndale Ave Model at 1522 W Thorndale Ave, Unit G04C in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Edgewater apartment is the 1225 W Norwood St Model at 1225 W Norwood St, Unit M03B starting at $2,650 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Edgewater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Edgewater apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1522 W Thorndale Ave, Unit G04C | 1522 W Thorndale Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
1225 W Norwood St, Unit M03B | 1225 W Norwood St | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
6307 n Wayne ave, Unit 1 | 6307 n Wayne ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
5937 N Paulina St, Unit 3W | 5937 N Paulina St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
6315 N Glenwood Ave, Unit M08B | 6315 N Glenwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
6237 N Clark St, Unit 2 | 6237 N Clark St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
1050 W Catalpa Ave, Unit 3 | 1050 W Catalpa Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
5931 N Paulina St, Unit 1N | 5931 N Paulina St | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
5737 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 42-108 | 5737 N Winthrop Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
5664 N Ridge Ave, Unit M03B | 5664 N Ridge Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEdgewater, Chicago, IL
Ranked #34
Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Edgewater, Chicago, IL
Goudy Technology Academy
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Best Local Schools in Edgewater, Chicago, IL
Goudy Technology Academy
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Getting Around the Edgewater Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
70 / 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 Edgewater Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Edgewater?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Edgewater is at Bryn Mawr Belle Shore listed at $893.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Edgewater Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Edgewater Apartment is $1,214 at Bryn Mawr Belle Shore.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Edgewater Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Edgewater is starting from $1,950 at The Edgewater Gardens.
What is the most affordable Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Duplex Tower and starts from $2,795.
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