
Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (808 Rentals) Page 12 of 17


1405-1413 N Central Ave

BarMNinc

1133 W Grace St

7847-7853 S Essex Ave

Rowan Trees Apartments

1963 E 73rd St

2042 w cullerton 4 with duplex 7+ cap

Chase on the Park

901-903 N. Ridgeway Multi-Unit

1609 W Greenleaf Ave

428-436 W Surf St

8207 S Exchange Ave

The Seng

The Wellington

Greencastle of Kenwood

City Towne Lofts

1934 N Washtenaw Ave

11123-11148 S Homewood Ave

5521 George St

6235-6243 N Western Ave

9645 S Avenue M

8815 S Cottage Grove Ave

802 E 90th St

9103 S Cottage Grove Ave

1806 S Carpenter St

1040-1048 W Bryn Mawr Ave

Golden Dragon

1512 W Chicago Ave

4606 N Elston Ave

2827 W Belden Ave

Augusta Apartments

1500 S Trumbull Ave

6019 W Diversey Ave

6808 S Harper Ave

4911-4919 N Lincoln Ave

1700-1710 W North Ave

5948-5960 N Broadway St

1021-1029 S State St

5134-5136 N Elston Ave

6757 S Loomis Blvd

2900 North

4603-4609 N Walcott Ave

Enola Dew Apartments

Matthew Manor II

683-685 N Milwaukee Ave

2542 W North Ave

Austin Legacy Residences

Ravenswood Senior Living

2130-2150 W Berteau Ave
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 | $2,039 | $595 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $640 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,054 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,707 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,976 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $16,901 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chicago is at West Haven Park II - B listed at $660.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $2,463.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,370 square feet unit starting from $2,025 at Elmhurst Place Apartments.
What is the average size for Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 850 sq ft.
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