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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lawndale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (6 Rentals)
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from $1,1002 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1
2500 S Sawyer Ave, Unit 2F
2500 S Sawyer AveChicago, IL 60623
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4122 W 26th St, Unit 4122 W26th 2F
4122 W 26th StChicago, IL 60623
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South Lawndale, Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lawndale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lawndale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $1,200 | $1,350 |
| South Lawndale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| South Lawndale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,885 | $1,500 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available South Lawndale Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cermak-MASTER | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 2230 S. Kedzie | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lawndale, IL
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lawndale area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2108 S Homan Ave Model at 2108 S Homan Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lawndale neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value South Lawndale apartment is the 2108 S Homan Ave Model at 2108 S Homan Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,250 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Lawndale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lawndale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2108 S Homan Ave, Unit 2 | 2108 S Homan Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 2108 S Homan Ave, Unit 2 | 2108 S Homan Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 2420 S Whipple St, Unit 1 | 2420 S Whipple St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 4122 W Cermak Rd, Unit 2 | 4122 W Cermak Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Cermak-MASTER | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 2334 S Ridgeway Ave, Unit #2 | 2334 S Ridgeway Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 4112 W Cermak Rd | 4112 W Cermak Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 2351 S Whipple St, Unit 3 | 2351 S Whipple St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 4122 W 26th St, Unit 4122 W26th 2F | 4122 W 26th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lawndale Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Lawndale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lawndale is starting from $1,150 at Cermak-MASTER.
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