
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lawndale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (3 Rentals)
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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 |
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South Lawndale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $1,200 | $1,700 |
South Lawndale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $1,200 | $1,750 |
South Lawndale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,499 | $2,250 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lawndale, IL
As of April 23, 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 2518 S Saint Louis Ave Model at 2518 S Saint Louis Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,499 with a $1.15 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. |
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2108 S Homan Ave, Unit 2 | 2108 S Homan Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
2518 S Saint Louis Ave, Unit 2 | 2518 S Saint Louis Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
4148 W Cermak Rd, Unit G | 4148 W Cermak Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
4122 W Cermak Rd, Unit 2 | 4122 W Cermak Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Cermak-MASTER | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
4112 W Cermak Rd | 4112 W Cermak Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
2334 S Ridgeway Ave, Unit #2 | 2334 S Ridgeway Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lawndale, Chicago, IL
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