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Apartments for Rent in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL

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    4718 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60644
    2 BEDS $1,250
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    1641-43 N Lamon Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
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    4846-56 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
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    1 BED $1,200
    2 BEDS $1,575
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    5401 W. Washington Blvd, Basement, Chicago, IL 60644
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    1730 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
    STUDIO $1,650
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    44 N Menard Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
    2 BEDS $1,700
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    432 N. Austin Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60302
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    301 N. Austin Blvd., Chicago, IL 60644
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    321 N. Austin Blvd., Chicago, IL 60644
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    710 N. Austin Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60302
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    130 N. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302
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    159 N. Austin Blvd., Chicago, IL 60644-2836
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    902 N. Austin Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60302
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    425 N. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302
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    24 Washington Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60302
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Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL rent trends

Rental prices in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL have increased by 8.83% over the past year. The average rent moved from $961 to $1,046.

Average rent in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL

$1,046/mo Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is around $1,046.

    What's the typical rent budget in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

    A share of 55% of apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 4% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 38% of Austin's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 3% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL (55%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Austin, IL

    70 /100
    Very Walkable
    67 /100
    Good Transit
    75 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 70, Transit Score®: 67, Bike Score®: 75

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL last updated?

    Prices and availability in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

    The best apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL are: 1641 N Lamon Avenue, 4850 W North Ave, Austin Renaissance Apartments, 1730 N Long Ave and 44 N Menard Ave, Unit B1.

    What is the average rent in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

    The average rent in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is $917.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is between $1,200 and $1,700.

    What type of rental buildings are in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

    In Austin, 63% of the residents are renting compared to 37% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 9% of Austin’s rentals, 85% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 6% are single-family rentals.

    Renter's guide to South Austin, Chicago, IL

    South Austin is one of the four communities in the Austin neighborhood, and it’s the largest in terms of population of the four. It’s only 10 miles west of Downtown Chicago, east of the Oak Park neighborhood, and north of the neighborhoods of Berwyn and Cicero.  Chicago is “The World’s Best City for Having It All,” according to TimeOut.com, and the commute to the city from South Austin is only 45 minutes by car.  It is an historic community with a rich history, and its proximity to the city and Lake Michigan makes it a highly desirable Chicagoland neighborhood.

    Tips for renting in South Austin, Chicago, IL

    The Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance is renter’s rights legislation that serves as a hallmark for the rest of the country. Its regulations specify landlord requirements such as what constitutes timely repairs on rental properties, how much notice must be made to a tenant before a lease is terminated, and security deposit interest.

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    Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL demographics

    • 86,157Total Population
    • 45,230 Female
      40,927 Male
    • 36Median Age

    In total, Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL has 86,157 residents, 45,230 women and 40,927 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Austin’s population is 36.

    Living in South Austin, Chicago, IL

    As with any big city neighborhood, there are pros and cons to living in South Austin. One of the big pros of living in South Austin is that it has access to several transportation options for getting around. One of the cons of living in South Austin in the past has been related to its pretty high crime rate. However, crime rates have sharply declined in the last few years, and they continue to.

    Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL households

    • 18,821 Family
      12,009 Non-family
    • 10,218 Children
      20,611 No Children
    • 30,829Total Number of Households
    • 2.4Average People Per Household
    • $52,963Median Household Income

    There is a total of 30,829 households in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL. Of these, 10,218 have children and 20,611 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 18,821 family households and 12,009 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Austin is 2.4 people, on average. The median household annual income in Austin equals $52,963, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,277.

    Things to do in South Austin, Chicago, IL

    There is plenty of stuff to do in South Austin. Six buildings in the neighborhood are on the National Register of Historic Places. The J.J. Walser Jr. residence is one of the homes designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright, built in 1903. One of Wright’s students designed The First Congregational Church of Austin, another site on the register.

    Columbus Park is a great place to go for families with kids, or just to relax and take in some nature. Set on 135 acres, the park features a fitness center, gymnasiums, kids’ playground with an interactive water feature, paths for jogging or biking, a 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, and athletic fields.

    South Austin, Chicago, IL employment & economy

    Chicago is quickly becoming a top city for tech jobs. Since many national and international companies are based in Chicago, its unemployment rate is consistently at or below the national average. South Austin residents are a short commute away from the major employers in the city.

    Education in South Austin, Chicago, IL

    Seven Chicago Public Schools’ high schools are ranked in the Top 10 for the state, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Graduates of those schools have some great options from which to choose after high school, as Chicago is home to DePaul University, Northwestern University, and University of Chicago.

    Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 9% of the population in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL have no high school education, 51% went to high-school, and 22% have partially completed college. Moreover, 7% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 8% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 5% hold a Graduate Degree.

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