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University Village, Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Studio Apartments | $2,262 | $1,100 | $5,429 |
| University Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,790 | $685 | $8,891 |
| University Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,967 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| University Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,625 | $1,050 | $6,454 |
| University Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $775 | $5,950 |
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Cheapest Available University Village Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Village area of Chicago, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at Addams Coliving priced from $1,255. 768 W. Jackson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable University Village apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addams Coliving | Unit 218 | 4BR,4BA | $1,255 |
| 768 W. Jackson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Roosevelt Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Rosie | B1 | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
| Bishop Street Lofts | Two Bedroom Loft | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Village, IL
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Village area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1034 W 20th Pl Model at 1034 W 20th Pl, Unit 3 in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value University Village apartment is the 229 S Racine Ave Model at 229 S Racine Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,295 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the West Loop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1034 W 20th Pl, Unit 3 | 1034 W 20th Pl | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| 229 S Racine Ave, Unit 1 | 229 S Racine Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 2023 S Throop St, Unit 1W | 2023 S Throop St | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Harris Point Chicago | 846 S Loomis St, Apt 3F | 3BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 814 W 18th St, Unit 3M | 814 W 18th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Bishop Street Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 1854 W 21st Pl, Unit 4 | 1854 W 21st Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 1720 S Clinton St, Unit Coach House | 1720 S Clinton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1838 S May St, Unit Apt 2F | 1838 S May St | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 618 S Racine Ave, Unit 104 | 618 S Racine Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Getting Around the University Village Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
69 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 University Village Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Village?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Village is under $1,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Village?
The cheapest apartment in University Village is Roosevelt Square which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in University Village costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Village?
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 32 regular apartments in University Village 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 University Village?
Cheap apartments in University Village have an average cost of $369 which is $3,131 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Village.
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