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Blue Station
2130 122nd StBlue Island, IL 60406
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$1,273 - $1,7701 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Orion Prospect
475 W Enterprise DrMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Green Oaks Apartments
8580 100th TerPalos Hills, IL 60465
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$1,3401 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026
2762 Hampton Pkwy
2762 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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2762 Hampton Pkwy
2762 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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Elmhurst Terrace
100 Fellows CtElmhurst, IL 60126
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$1,495 - $1,6451 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 7
Pleasant Oak
212 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,505 - $1,7771 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 4
Glen Oaks Commons
9700 Sumac RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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$1,5401 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1, 2026
2752 Hampton Pkwy
2752 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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$1,600 - $1,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 25
Huntington Square
1300 S Elmhurst RdMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,870 | $575 | $8,000 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,313 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,952 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,577 | $788 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,767 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,492 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $17,489 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chicago Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chicago?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chicago is under $788.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago is 1155 W 83rd St which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $6,465.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chicago?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2,577 regular apartments in Chicago that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chicago?
Cheap apartments in Chicago have an average cost of $509 which is $5,956 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.
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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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