
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kenwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (29 Rentals)
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Kenwood, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kenwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kenwood Studio Apartments | $1,218 | $600 | $3,336 |
Kenwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,183 | $4,443 |
Kenwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $1,425 | $6,367 |
Kenwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,759 | $2,450 | $8,626 |
Kenwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $996 | $4,711 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kenwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Kenwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kenwood area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living priced from $600. 5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Kenwood apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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5445 Ingleside By 3L Living | Large Co-Living Single Room | Studio,1BA | $600 |
5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living | _5540 - Single - West | Studio,1BA | $699 |
5748 Blackstone By 3L Living | No Kitchenette with Shared Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $699 |
4901 S Drexel Blvd | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $890 |
5120 S. Hyde Park Boulevard | 5120-0bA | Studio,1BA | $925 |
5401 Cornell by 3L Living | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $969 |
McCormick | Private Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 3 Bath (D) | 4BR,3BA | $996 |
Prairie Shores | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,007 |
4721 S. Ellis Avenue | ells0bd | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
5049 S. Drexel Boulevard | 5049-0bA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kenwood, IL
As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kenwood area is the $1.09 price per square foot 1015 E Hyde Park Blvd Model at 1015 E Hyde Park Blvd, Unit 3 in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Kenwood apartment is the 4918 Ellis S Ave Model at 4918 Ellis S Ave, Unit Ellis duplex starting at $2,600 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Kenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kenwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1015 E Hyde Park Blvd, Unit 3 | 1015 E Hyde Park Blvd | 5BR,3BA | $1.09 |
4918 Ellis S Ave, Unit Ellis duplex | 4918 Ellis S Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
1118 E Hyde Park Blvd, Unit GS | 1118 E Hyde Park Blvd | 4BR,2BA | $2.00 |
The Trilogy at Hyde Park | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.87 |
5401 Cornell by 3L Living | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
925 East 46th Street | 925ea2b4 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
5053 S. Ellis Avenue | 5053-2bB | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
5034-5046 S. Woodlawn Avenue | 5034-1bc | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
5020 S Woodlawn Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Scholars Corner Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Getting Around the Kenwood Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
62 / 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kenwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kenwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kenwood is at 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living listed at $600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kenwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kenwood Apartment is $1,195 at 4901 S Drexel Blvd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kenwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kenwood is starting from $1,425 at 4721 S. Ellis Avenue.
What is the most affordable Kenwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kenwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Trilogy at Hyde Park and starts from $2,450.
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