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Houses for Rent in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

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West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL rent trends

Rental prices in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have increased by 4.29% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,647 to $2,760.

Average rent in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

$2,760/mo West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL average rental price, February 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL is around $2,760.

    What's the typical rent budget in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    A share of 2% of apartments in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 26% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 4% of West Side Chicago's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 12% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 27% of apartment rentals in Chicago are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. Meanwhile, 30% of apartment rentals in Chicago are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL (30%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in West Side Chicago, IL

    70 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    76 /100
    Excellent Transit
    66 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 70, Transit Score®: 76, Bike Score®: 66

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $1,300 and $1,500.

    How many houses are available in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL on RentCafe?

    There are 2 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL were last updated on 6 Apr 2026.

    What is the average size of a rental house in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    The average West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL rental house size is 1,148 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    Renting a house in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    Houses for rent in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL are usually located in non-central areas.

    West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL demographics

    • 455,477Total Population
    • 230,716 Female
      224,761 Male
    • 34Median Age

    In total, West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL has 455,477 residents, 230,716 women and 224,761 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of West Side Chicago’s population is 34.

    West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL households

    • 94,721 Family
      88,128 Non-family
    • 45,909 Children
      136,940 No Children
    • 182,848Total Number of Households
    • 2Average People Per Household
    • $86,778Median Household Income

    There is a total of 182,848 households in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL. Of these, 45,909 have children and 136,940 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 94,721 family households and 88,128 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in West Side Chicago is 2 people, on average. The median household annual income in West Side Chicago equals $86,778, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,728.

    West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 8% of the population in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have no high school education, 35% went to high-school, and 17% have partially completed college. Moreover, 5% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 21% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 13% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

    Regardless of the type of house you are going to rent, location is important. We have 15 properties listed in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL to choose from, with prices ranging from $900 to $2,905. That can be quite a lot to choose from. If you’re on a tight budget and are looking for cheap houses for rent, make your life easier and set up a maximum price filter in the top menu. You may be renting on a budget and 1 bedroom duplexes will do just fine or you may be able to spend a bit more and are looking at 4 bedroom single family homes for rent. Either way, choose wisely. Don’t fall for the impeccable lawn or a pool. Although these things are nice to have they aren’t worth a penny if you’re not able to enjoy them because of loud neighbors or a lack of time. Speaking of lack of time…

    Renting a house with children

    There are 15 properties in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL listed for rent right now with prices ranging from $900 to $2,905. But if you have children there’s so much more to consider. A resource we all seem to lack: time. Avoiding a nightmare commute may be more important than deciding between a 2 bedroom or a 3 bedroom house. Although you could spend several hours in the car with your children and count it as family time, it’d be much nicer to spend this time around the dinner table. When you’re browsing through our rental homes, keep in mind the dreaded morning kindergarten-school-office Bermuda Triangle that is swallowing precious time out of your life. Draw a radius or a polygon around the school or the kindergarten you’ve chosen in West Side Chicago, Chicago, IL and explore all the homes for rent located close by. Finding a house close to your kids’ school will drastically cut down your commute time. It will also help you see other things in your life more clearly, generally speaking. After all, choosing from 15 houses can be complicated and you’ve managed just fine.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!