Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (29 Rentals)

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1905 Old Rte 66

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The Oakley
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oakley

1007-1011 S Oakley BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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2620 Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2620 Lofts

2620 W Washington BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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Harris Point Chicago
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harris Point Chicago

713-715 S Claremont AveChicago, IL 60612
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Harris Point Chicago
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harris Point Chicago

715 S Claremont AveChicago, IL 60612
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Harris Point Chicago
3 Bedroom Apartments

Harris Point Chicago

905 S Claremont AveChicago, IL 60612
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Atrio Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Atrio Apartments

1922 W Odgen AveChicago, IL 60612
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, IL

As of March 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2720 W Warren Blvd Model at 2720 W Warren Blvd, Unit #1 in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the 739 S Western Ave Model at 739 S Western Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,200 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Near West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2720 W Warren Blvd, Unit #12720 W Warren Blvd3BR,1.5BA$1.50
739 S Western Ave, Unit 3739 S Western Ave3BR,2BA$1.47
2430 W Taylor St, Unit 2nd Floor Unit2430 W Taylor St3BR,1BA$1.44
2724 W Lexington St, Unit 12724 W Lexington St3BR,2BA$1.38
939 S Western Ave, Unit 3939 S Western Ave3BR,1BA$1.28
125 S Leavitt St, Unit B125 S Leavitt St2BR,1BA$1.65
2722 W Jackson Blvd, Unit A02C2722 W Jackson Blvd3BR,2BA$1.62
2722 W Jackson Blvd2722 W Jackson Blvd3BR,1BA$1.71
2722 W Jackson Blvd2722 W Jackson Blvd3BR,2BA$1.62
2713 W Gladys Ave, Unit 12713 W Gladys Ave2BR,1BA$1.80

Getting Around the Near West Side Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

87 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

74 / 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 Near West Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Near West Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Near West Side is at Atrio Apartments listed at $2,084.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Side Apartment is $2,262 at Atrio Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near West Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near West Side is starting from $3,028 at Atrio Apartments.

What is the most affordable Near West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Near West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,600.

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