
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (11 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Jefferson Park area of Chicago.


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Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jefferson Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $1,350 | $1,695 |
Jefferson Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $1,395 | $3,850 |
Jefferson Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,995 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jefferson Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Park, IL
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Park area is the $1.48 price per square foot 5426 N Monitor Ave Model at 5426 N Monitor Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Jefferson Park apartment is the 5009 W Gunnison St Model at 5009 W Gunnison St, Unit 1 starting at $2,375 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Jefferson Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5426 N Monitor Ave, Unit 2 | 5426 N Monitor Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
5009 W Gunnison St, Unit 1 | 5009 W Gunnison St | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
4936 N Marmora Ave, Unit #1 | 4936 N Marmora Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
5626 N Luna Ave, Unit 2 | 5626 N Luna Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
5484 W Gettysburg St, Unit 2 | 5484 W Gettysburg St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
4803 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit Jefferson Park | 4803 N Milwaukee Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
4919 N Mason Ave, Unit 2 | 4919 N Mason Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
5619 N Luna Ave, Unit Garden | 5619 N Luna Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
5310 W Pensacola Ave, Unit Garden | 5310 W Pensacola Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
5544 W Leland Ave, Unit 2C | 5544 W Leland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJefferson Park, Chicago, IL
Ranked #154
Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Jefferson Park Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
65 / 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.
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