Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (8 Rentals)

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11000 S Michigan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11000 S Michigan Ave

11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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9218 S. Bishop
1 Bedroom Apartments

9218 S. Bishop

9218 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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10901 S Vernon
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10901 S Vernon

10901-10911 S Vernon AveChicago, IL 60628

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Washington Heights, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Washington Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Heights area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1155 W 83rd St priced from $650. 11111 S Vernon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1155 W 83rd StStudioStudio,1BA$650
11111 S Vernon1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$880
Chatham Grove1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, IL

As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $2.38 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 10437 S Hale Ave in the in the Beverly neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the 2BD/1BA Model at 8017 S Vernon Ave starting at $1,400 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Chatham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10437 S Hale Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.38
8017 S Vernon Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.33
1338 W 108th Pl1338 W 108th Pl4BR,2BA$2.50
1404 W 119th St, Unit 31404 W 119th St3BR,1BA$1.63
10719 S Calumet Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.34
915 W 95th St, Unit 2e915 W 95th St2BR,1BA$1.33
Chatham Grove1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Renovation1BR,1BA$1.54
8004 S Eberhart Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.15
11111 S Vernon2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.88
11214-18 S Indiana0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Washington Heights, Chicago, IL

Ranked #147

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Washington Heights Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Washington Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Washington Heights is at 1155 W 83rd St listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment is $750 at 1155 W 83rd St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington Heights is starting from $1,135 at 11111 S Vernon.

What is the most affordable Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,375.

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