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West Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Chicago Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Timber Lake in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,330. Aspen Ridge Apartments in the Appletree neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,498. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chicago apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Timber LakeCedar1BR,1BA$1,330
Aspen Ridge Apartments1x1 Diamond1BR,1BA$1,498
Springs at St CharlesStudio Grand OverlookStudio,1BA$1,696

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL and Nearby

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chicago area is the $2.11 price per square foot 2x1 Eldorado Model at Aspen Ridge Apartments in the in the Appletree neighborhood starting from $1,847. The second greatest value West Chicago apartment is the Cedar Model at Timber Lake starting at $1,330 with a $1.84 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aspen Ridge Apartments2x1 Eldorado2BR,1BA$2.11
Timber LakeCedar1BR,1BA$1.84
Winfield StationA11BR,1BA$2.67
Springs at St CharlesStudio Grand OverlookStudio ,1BA$2.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Chicago

What type of rentals are currently available in West Chicago?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,081 to $3,180. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Chicago ranging from $1,055 to $5,950.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Chicago ranges from $1,055 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,683.

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

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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

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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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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

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When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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