Cheap Homes for Rent in Cook County, IL from $700 (1,913 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Cook County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cook County, IL is a Studio unit found at 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living in the Hyde Park neighborhood priced from $600. 1155 W 83rd St in the Englewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cook County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5445 Ingleside By 3L LivingLarge Co-Living Single RoomStudio,1BA$600
1155 W 83rd StStudioStudio,1BA$650
5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living_5540 - Single - NorthStudio,1BA$699
5748 Blackstone By 3L LivingNo Kitchenette with Shared BathroomStudio,1BA$699
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$750
6246 S. King Dr.Two rm StudioStudio,1BA$750
7850 S Constance AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$765
1807-09 N. Lincoln Park WestStudioStudio,1BA$775
6306 S ArtesianStudioStudio,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cook County, IL

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cook County area is the $0.48 price per square foot 3134 W Carroll Ave Model at 3134 W Carroll Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Garfield Park neighborhood starting from $4,795. The second greatest value Cook County apartment is the 908 Lyman Ave Model at 908 Lyman Ave starting at $1,200 with a $0.12 price per square foot in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cook County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3134 W Carroll Ave, Unit 23134 W Carroll Ave6BR,2BA$0.48
908 Lyman Ave908 Lyman Ave1BR,1BA$0.12
1229 W Barry Ave, Unit George1229 W Barry Ave2BR,2BA$0.43
2919 N Racine Ave, Unit 1stfl2919 N Racine Ave2BR,1BA$0.40
7837 S Peoria St, Unit 17837 S Peoria St4BR,3BA$0.66
7222 S Ridgeway Ave, Unit Apt 27222 S Ridgeway Ave3BR,1BA$0.41
7220 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit 17220 S Ridgeland Ave3BR,1BA$0.44
4820 S Champlain Ave, Unit Apt 34820 S Champlain Ave3BR,2BA$0.77
5536 W 63rd Plz, Unit 15536 W 63rd Plz1BR,1BA$0.63
7809 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 7809 South Marshfield #17809 S Marshfield Ave2BR,1BA$0.55

Frequently Asked Questions about Cook County

What type of rentals are currently available in Cook County?

There are currently 25101 Apartments for Rent in Cook County, IL with pricing that ranges from $532 to $77,776. There are also 6002 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cook County ranging from $700 to $58,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cook County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cook County ranges from $700 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,665.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cook County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cook County range from $725 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

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