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1728 W 21st Pl, Unit 1F
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Lower West Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Lower West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower West Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,826 | $1,300 | $2,400 |
| Lower West Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,322 | $1,995 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Lower West Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower West Side area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Roosevelt Square priced from $1,450. The Otis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,370. Here are the most affordable Lower West Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Otis | C22 | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
| Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place | 5 Bedroom 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $3,950 |
| 1042 S Oakley Blvd Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $4,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, IL
As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower West Side area is the $1.36 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 1042 S Oakley Blvd Apartments in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $4,075. The second greatest value Lower West Side apartment is the 5 Bedroom 3 Baths Model at Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place starting at $3,950 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Lower West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1042 S Oakley Blvd Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place | 5 Bedroom 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $2.26 |
| Roosevelt Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| 2163 W Coulter St, Unit 2nd Floor top unit | 2163 W Coulter St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 2312 W Cullerton St, Unit GRD | 2312 W Cullerton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 1854 W 21st Pl, Unit 4 | 1854 W 21st Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 1638 W 18th Pl, Unit 1R | 1638 W 18th Pl | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.72 |
| The Otis | C22 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Violet Coliving | Private Room in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $9.95 |
| Sable Coliving | Private Room in Shared 4 Bed 3 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $11.41 |
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower West Side ranges from $1,295 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,903.
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