Westhaven Park Station
145 N Damen St,
Chicago, IL 60612
$1,570 - $2,080 | 1-2 Beds
Dotted with parks and adjacent to Interstate 290, Near West Side is the perfect neighborhood for any commuter looking for refreshing, wide-open space. Interstate 290 runs through the south side of the neighborhood, which lies roughly two miles away from Chicago's city center. Public transportation options include the Blue Line rapid transit system and several bus routes, which make it easy to get around the area. Rentals, which incorporate both modern and historic properties, cost a little more than the Chicago city average because of the neighborhood's proximity to downtown.
If you’re looking for what to do in Near Westside, look no further! United Center, home to the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks, sits on the neighborhood's east side. In addition to featuring basketball and hockey games, this versatile venue regularly hosts concerts and other entertainment events, making it a social hub for locals and visitors alike. If you’re a foodie, there’s plenty of cuisine options to try.
The UIC campus in the fall
Soldier Field is located in Near West Side
The Near West Side skyline
As of July 2025, the average apartment rent in Near West Side is $1,399 for one bedroom, $2,154 for two bedrooms, and $2,026 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Near West Side has increased by 4.7% in the past year.
1 BR
567 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,399/month
Average Rent
2 BR
960 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,154/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,175 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,026/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Excellent Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.