Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sauganash Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (27 Rentals)

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5651 N Christiana Ave
Studio Apartments

5651 N Christiana Ave

5651 N Christiana AveChicago, IL 60659
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4831 N Kimball Ave
Studio Apartments

4831 N Kimball Ave

4831 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60625
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4720 N Spaulding Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4720 N Spaulding Ave

4720 N Spaulding AveChicago, IL 60625
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4855 N Kimball Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4855 N Kimball Ave

4855 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60625
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6439-45 N Richmond St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6439-45 N Richmond St

6439-45 N Richmond StChicago, IL 60645
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4815 N Springfield
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4815 N Springfield

4815 N SpringfieldChicago, IL 60625
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Kimball 5324 N
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kimball 5324 N

5324-5326 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60625

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Kimball Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kimball Terrace

5430 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60625
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Francisco 6541-53
1 Bedroom Apartments

Francisco 6541-53

6541-6553 N Francisco AveChicago, IL 60645
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Sauganash, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sauganash Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3957 W Irving Park RdStudioStudio,1BA$805
2545 W Fitch1x1S1BR,1BA$1,393

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sauganash, IL

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sauganash area is the $1.47 price per square foot 5023 N Ridgeway Ave Model at 5023 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit M03H in the in the North Park neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Sauganash apartment is the 5023 N Ridgeway Ave Model at 5023 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit A03C starting at $2,650 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the North Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sauganash apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5023 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit M03H5023 N Ridgeway Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.47
5023 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit A03C5023 N Ridgeway Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.47
5009 W Gunnison St, Unit 15009 W Gunnison St3BR,2BA$1.76
4936 N Marmora Ave, Unit #14936 N Marmora Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.73
6425 N Troy St6425 N Troy St3BR,1BA$1.67
4139 W Leland Ave, Unit 2W4139 W Leland Ave2BR,1BA$1.75
5484 W Gettysburg St, Unit 25484 W Gettysburg St2BR,1BA$1.75
5619 N Luna Ave, Unit Garden5619 N Luna Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
4823 N Springfield Ave, Unit 2E4823 N Springfield Ave1BR,1BA$1.64
5544 W Leland Ave, Unit 2C5544 W Leland Ave1BR,1BA$1.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sauganash, Chicago, IL

Ranked #67

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Sauganash Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sauganash Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Sauganash?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sauganash is under $1,393.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sauganash?

The cheapest apartment in Sauganash is 3957 W Irving Park Rd which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Sauganash costs $3,350.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sauganash?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Sauganash that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Sauganash?

Cheap apartments in Sauganash have an average cost of $146 which is $3,204 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sauganash.

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