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The average rent in Lower West Side, Chicago, as of June 2026, is up 1% compared to last month and up 12.2% year-over-year.
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
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1432 W 21st St #313, Chicago, IL 60608
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,895
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5d+ ago
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In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Elevator
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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Available Sep 1
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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Available May 9
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
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In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
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In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
3 beds
3 baths
$2,900
$2,800
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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Studio
1 bath
$1,500
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Available Sep 1
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1432 W 21st St #124, Chicago, IL 60608
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,495
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
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Available Jun 6
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In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$2,950
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,920
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Available Jul 6
1d ago
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2 beds
3 baths
$4,928
$2,811
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1d ago
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5320-5326 5320-5326.5 S. Drexel Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60615
On-site laundry | Storage | Outdoor space
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,550–$4,720
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2d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$2,904
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3d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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5d+ ago
Lower West Side apartment for rent in Chicago
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
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Available Jun 15
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2158 W 21st St #3, Chicago, IL 60608
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$2,550
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Available Jul 1
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,525
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,525–$1,625
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,795
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5d+ ago
Lower West Side condo for rent in Chicago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
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7h ago
Lower West Side apartment for rent in Chicago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
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7h ago
Lower West Side apartment for rent in Chicago
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3 baths
$2,900
$2,800
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17h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
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17h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,695
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,395
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1d ago
Lower West Side apartment for rent in Chicago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$1,795
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1d ago
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2156 W 21st St #12, Chicago, IL 60608
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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Available Aug 1
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,195
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1d ago
Lower West Side condo for rent in Chicago
2258 W Cullerton St #2, Chicago, IL 60608
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
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2d ago
2109 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Elevator
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,895–$3,295
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2d ago
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1603 S Wood St #1R, Chicago, IL 60608
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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Available Jul 1
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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2d ago
1820 S Throop St, Chicago, IL 60608
Air conditioning | Central heat | Hardwood floor
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$2,995
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,899
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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2d ago
3–4 beds
2–3 baths
$3,500–$4,300
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,850
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,825
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2d ago
Lower West Side apartment for rent in Chicago
1901 S Ruble St #1R, Chicago, IL 60616
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,575
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Available Jul 1
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,849
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One-bedroom apartments in Lower West Side, Chicago average around $1,500 per month in 2025. Rent for this bedroom type remained relatively stable with minimal year-over-year change.
Two-bedroom apartments in Lower West Side, Chicago average around $1,800 per month in 2025. This bedroom type saw a 1.4% increase from the previous year.
Three-bedroom apartments in Lower West Side, Chicago average around $2,600 per month in 2025. This bedroom type experienced the largest rent increase at 11.4% year-over-year.
Lower West Side, Chicago averaged around $1,800 per month across all apartment types in 2025, up 0.9% from the previous year. Rent varies by bedroom count, with studios at around $1,500 and three-bedrooms reaching around $2,600 monthly.
Apartments in Lower West Side average around 787 square feet across all unit types. One-bedrooms average 530 square feet, two-bedrooms span 747 square feet, and three-bedrooms offer 1,093 square feet of space.
Two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Lower West Side, Chicago, with about 92 listings available monthly. These units represent the largest share of the neighborhood's rental inventory.
The Lower West Side is a haven for renters who value a vibrant social life and prioritize environmental sustainability. With a strong neighborhood population, frequent transit options, well-maintained street infrastructure, and high walk score, this area is perfect for those who crave connection and community. Additionally, the neighborhood's emphasis on safety ensures that residents can feel secure as they explore local hotspots.
For eco-conscious renters, the Lower West Side is a dream come true. Many buildings in the area feature non-toxic paint, sustainable materials, and low-flow fixtures, reducing the neighborhood's carbon footprint. The prevalence of waste recycling and composting programs, rainwater harvesting systems, and community solar projects further solidify the area's commitment to environmental sustainability. With plenty of parks and recreational spaces, the Lower West Side offers a unique blend of social activity and eco-friendliness that's hard to find elsewhere.
Studio apartments have the fewest listings in Lower West Side, Chicago, averaging about 5 units available per month. These compact units average 761 square feet and rent for around $1,500 monthly.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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