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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hometown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hometown Studio Apartments | $1,985 | $1,350 | $2,621 |
Hometown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $1,295 | $1,525 |
Hometown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $1,700 | $2,200 |
Hometown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Hometown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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9517-9521 Minnick Ave | Unit 5 | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
7806-7812 S Troy | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hometown, IL and Nearby
As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hometown area is the $0.41 price per square foot 7222 S Ridgeway Ave Model at 7222 S Ridgeway Ave, Unit Apt 2 in the in the West Lawn neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Hometown apartment is the Unit 5 Model at 9517-9521 Minnick Ave starting at $1,800 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hometown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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7222 S Ridgeway Ave, Unit Apt 2 | 7222 S Ridgeway Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.41 |
9517-9521 Minnick Ave | Unit 5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Midway | Furnished Studio-Chicago - Midway | Studio ,1BA | $8.74 |
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Getting Around Hometown, IL
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Hometown Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hometown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hometown is starting from $1,800 at 9517-9521 Minnick Ave.
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