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West Ridge, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Ridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Ridge area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Winthrop Terrace priced from $1,150. 6954 N Sheridan Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable West Ridge apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Winthrop Terrace0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,150
6954 N Sheridan RdStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
The Ridge Court0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,315
The VivianS5R RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,372
Onyx on Hoyne1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ridge, IL

As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Ridge area is the $1.80 price per square foot 7407 N California Ave Model at 7407 N California Ave in the in the West Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value West Ridge apartment is the 2029 W Jarvis Ave Model at 2029 W Jarvis Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,475 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Rogers Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7407 N California Ave7407 N California Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.80
2029 W Jarvis Ave, Unit 22029 W Jarvis Ave4BR,2BA$1.24
6229 N Richmond St, Unit 1S6229 N Richmond St3BR,2.5BA$1.68
6426 N Troy St, Unit 2N6426 N Troy St3BR,1BA$1.33
1936 W Estes Ave, Unit 2N1936 W Estes Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
1845 W Greenleaf Ave, Unit #B1845 W Greenleaf Ave2BR,2BA$1.70
7223 N Rogers Ave, Unit 17223 N Rogers Ave2BR,1BA$1.63
7223 N Rogers Ave, Unit 17223 N Rogers Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
6809 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 3A6809 N Wolcott Ave2BR,1BA$1.78
1926 W Morse Ave, Unit 20-1S1926 W Morse Ave1BR,1BA$1.74

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in West Ridge?

There are currently 648 Apartments for Rent in West Ridge, IL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $4,800. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Ridge ranging from $950 to $4,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Ridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Ridge ranges from $950 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,429.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Ridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Ridge range from $2,000 to $4,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,475.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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