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West Town, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Town Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Verdant Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,507
Nevele22 - 1122 W ChicagoS11Studio,1BA$1,925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Town, IL

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Town area is the $1.41 price per square foot 730 N Willard Ct Model at 730 N Willard Ct, Unit M04B in the in the West Town neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value West Town apartment is the 613 N Racine Ave Model at 613 N Racine Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,950 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the West Town neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Town apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
730 N Willard Ct, Unit M04B730 N Willard Ct3BR,2.5BA$1.41
613 N Racine Ave, Unit 1613 N Racine Ave4BR,2BA$1.93
1753 W Chicago Ave, Unit M04B1753 W Chicago Ave3BR,2BA$1.73
2141 W Superior St2141 W Superior St3BR,1BA$1.79
2107 W Huron St, Unit G2107 W Huron St3BR,1BA$1.93
2148 W Chicago Ave, Unit 3F2148 W Chicago Ave2BR,1BA$1.85
1407 W Erie St1407 W Erie St2BR,1BA$2.00
737 N May St, Unit 2R737 N May St2BR,1BA$2.00
530 N Noble St, Unit 2R530 N Noble St2BR,1BA$2.05
715 N Willard Ct, Unit 1715 N Willard Ct2BR,1BA$2.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Town

What type of rentals are currently available in West Town?

There are currently 369 Apartments for Rent in West Town, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $17,175. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Town ranging from $975 to $12,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Town ranges from $975 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,225.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Town range from $1,285 to $16,705, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $7,570. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,285.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.