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3011 W 87th St

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Hometown, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hometown Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
9517-9521 Minnick AveUnit 52BR,2BA$1,800
7806-7812 S Troy2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hometown, IL and Nearby

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hometown area is the $2.03 price per square foot Unit 5 Model at 9517-9521 Minnick Ave in the in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Hometown apartment is the Furnished Studio-Chicago - Midway Model at Furnished Studio-Chicago - Midway starting at $1,859 with a $6.20 price per square foot in the Ashburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hometown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9517-9521 Minnick AveUnit 52BR,2BA$2.03
Furnished Studio-Chicago - MidwayFurnished Studio-Chicago - MidwayStudio ,1BA$6.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hometown

What type of rentals are currently available in Hometown?

There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in Hometown, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $2,450. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hometown ranging from $1,000 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hometown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hometown ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,280.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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