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

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1055 W Catalpa Ave
$950Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

1055 W Catalpa Ave

Chicago, IL 60640
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6347 N Magnolia Ave
$1,050Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

6347 N Magnolia Ave

Chicago, IL 60660
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Ridge-Magnolia
Studio Apartments

Ridge-Magnolia

5643-5655 N Ridge AveChicago, IL 60660
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The Coronado
Studio Apartments

The Coronado

1061 W Rosemont AveChicago, IL 60660
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6131 N Winthrop Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6131 N Winthrop Ave

6131 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60660
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1255 W. Bryn Mawr
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1255 W. Bryn Mawr

1255 W Bryn MawrChicago, IL 60660
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6301 N Winthrop Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6301 N Winthrop Ave

6301 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60660
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5726 N Winthrop Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5726 N Winthrop Ave

5726 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60660
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Lake Lane Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lake Lane Apartments

6214 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60660
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1055 W Catalpa Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1055 W Catalpa Ave

1055 W Catalpa AveChicago, IL 60640
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1203 W Balmoral
Studio Apartments

1203 W Balmoral

1203 W Balmoral AveChicago, IL 60640
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6163 N Kenmore Ave
Studio Apartments

6163 N Kenmore Ave

6163 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60660
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1016 W Hollywood Ave
Studio Apartments

1016 W Hollywood Ave

1016 W Hollywood AveChicago, IL 60660
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The Joseph
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Joseph

5450 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640
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5634 N Kenmore Ave
Studio Apartments

5634 N Kenmore Ave

5634 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60660
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6031 N Kenmore Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6031 N Kenmore Ave

6031 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60660
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5820 N Sheridan Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5820 N Sheridan Rd

5820 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60660
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5746 N Sheridan Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5746 N Sheridan Rd

5746 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60660
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The Belle Shore
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Belle Shore

1052-1070 W Bryn Mawr AveChicago, IL 60660
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Edgewater, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bryn Mawr Belle ShoreStudio A1Studio,1BA$893
The Belle ShoreStudio A1Studio,1BA$893
Wyndham ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S2Studio,1BA$1,041
The EdisonStudio | 1 bath - EFFRStudio,1BA$1,068
1040 HollywoodStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Catalpa Vista ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,135
Winthrop Terrace0BR/1.0BAStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1522 W Thorndale Ave, Unit G04C1522 W Thorndale Ave3BR,2BA$1.53
1225 W Norwood St, Unit M03B1225 W Norwood St2BR,2BA$1.77
6307 n Wayne ave, Unit 16307 n Wayne ave2BR,1BA$1.33
5937 N Paulina St, Unit 3W5937 N Paulina St2BR,1BA$1.50
6315 N Glenwood Ave, Unit M08B6315 N Glenwood Ave3BR,1BA$1.63
6237 N Clark St, Unit 26237 N Clark St2BR,1BA$1.41
1050 W Catalpa Ave, Unit 31050 W Catalpa Ave2BR,1BA$1.82
5931 N Paulina St, Unit 1N5931 N Paulina St2BR,1BA$1.85
5737 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 42-1085737 N Winthrop Ave1BR,1BA$1.80
5664 N Ridge Ave, Unit M03B5664 N Ridge Ave1BR,1BA$1.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Edgewater, Chicago, IL

Ranked #34

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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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