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1440 S Neltnor BlvdWest Chicago, IL 60185
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Main Park Apartments
801 Burr Oaks DrWest Chicago, IL 60185
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Wood Glen Senior Residences
199 W North AveWest Chicago, IL 60185
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Winfield Station
0S080 Winfield RdWinfield, IL 60190
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Springs at St Charles
405 Smith RdSt. Charles, IL 60174
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Ascend St. Charles
100 Lakeside DrSt. Charles, IL 60174
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West Chicago, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,883 | $1,853 | $1,898 |
| West Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $1,136 | $3,903 |
| West Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,711 | $1,625 | $5,027 |
| West Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,322 | $2,699 | $5,638 |
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Cheapest Available West Chicago Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,136. Aspen Ridge Apartments in the Appletree neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,373. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chicago apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Aspen Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Freestyle | 1BR,1BA | $1,373 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Springs at St Charles | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,647 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chicago area is the $2.49 price per square foot 1 BR Designer Courtyard Model at Springs at St Charles in the in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood starting from $1,939. The second greatest value West Chicago apartment is the Cedar Model at Timber Lake starting at $1,405 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Aspen Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Freestyle | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Best Local Schools in West Chicago, IL
Norton Creek Elementary School
Community Unit School District 303
Public School - Grades PK-5 (501)
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Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Chicago is at Springs at St Charles listed at $1,647.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chicago Apartment is $1,136 at Wood Glen Senior Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Chicago is starting from $1,625 at Aspen Ridge Apartments.
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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.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.
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Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.