
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (83 Rentals)
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1019 N Paulina St

Sedgwick Apartments

1100 North Lasalle

1540 W Chestnut St, Unit 1R

1639 W Haddon Ave

1522 N La Salle Dr

Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town

Verdant Apartments
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532 N Ogden Ave

1223 N La Salle Dr, Unit g

1220 N La Salle Dr, Unit M02B

1248 N Greenview Ave, Unit M00B

1125 N La Salle Dr, Unit 1

1000 N. LaSalle

1112 N Marshfield Ave, Unit M02B

Lake and Wells

Cobbler Square Lofts

833 W Grand Ave, Unit M09B

1407 W Erie St, Unit A06C

1407 W Erie St, Unit J02P

1120 N. LaSalle

Hugo River North

215 West Apartments

351 W Illinois St

ONE Old Town Park

1458 N Bosworth Ave, Unit 3F

715 N Willard Ct, Unit 1

1414 North Ashland Avenue, Unit 1S- Wax Studio

Alta at K Station

Nevele22 - 1122 W Chicago

Than Tower

172 W Randolph St

1624 W Beach Ave, Unit A09C

River West Lofts

705 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 1R

1515 N Fremont St

Seven 10 West

188 N Wells St

942 N Elston Ave

1473 W Erie St, Unit A01C

1119 W Grand Ave, Unit 2R

1473 W Erie St, Unit M00B
River West, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River West?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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River West Studio Apartments | $2,565 | $1,313 | $7,954 |
River West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,276 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
River West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,805 | $1,407 | $10,000+ |
River West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,704 | $1,404 | $10,000+ |
River West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,174 | $1,254 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available River West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River West area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Elm 551 at Parkside priced from $1,313. 1100 North Lasalle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,440. Here are the most affordable River West apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elm 551 at Parkside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,313 |
1100 North Lasalle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,440 |
Atrium at Old Town Park | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,540 |
1522 N La Salle Dr | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,629 |
Verdant Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,644 |
The 808 Cleveland | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River West, IL
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the River West area is the $1.41 price per square foot 730 N Willard Ct Model at 730 N Willard Ct, Unit M04B in the in the West Town neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value River West apartment is the 613 N Racine Ave Model at 613 N Racine Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,950 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the West Town neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River West apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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730 N Willard Ct, Unit M04B | 730 N Willard Ct | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
613 N Racine Ave, Unit 1 | 613 N Racine Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.93 |
858 N Paulina St, Unit 1 | 858 N Paulina St | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
900 N Ashland Ave, Unit 4 | 900 N Ashland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
1224 W Augusta Blvd, Unit ONE | 1224 W Augusta Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
44 N Paulina St, Unit 2S | 44 N Paulina St | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
1407 W Erie St | 1407 W Erie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
1112 N Marshfield Ave, Unit M02B | 1112 N Marshfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
530 N Noble St, Unit 2R | 530 N Noble St | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
715 N Willard Ct, Unit 1 | 715 N Willard Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver West, Chicago, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the River West Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
75 / 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 River West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River West is at Elm 551 at Parkside listed at $1,313.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River West Apartment is $1,629 at Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River West is starting from $1,808 at Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town.
What is the most affordable River West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Verdant Apartments and starts from $3,344.
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