
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent with Specials in Chicago, IL (185 Rentals) Page 3 of 4


330 S. Wells St

Clarendon Shores

TRIO Apartments

5405-5407 S. Woodlawn Avenue

The Pavilion Apartments

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3036 N Drake Ave, Unit 3036-1R

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233 S Halsted St

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7626 N Marshfield Ave
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808 N Lake Shore Dr

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4848 N Damen Ave, Unit 4851-203

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555 W Aldine Ave, Unit 556-W2

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4610 N Paulina St, Unit 4614-311

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949 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 957-2A

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3763 N Sheffield Ave, Unit 954E201

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618 W Wrightwood Ave, Unit 625-202

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912 W Dakin St, Unit 917-102

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601 N State St

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537 W Arlington Pl, Unit 550-710
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709 W Brompton Ave, Unit 711-53

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4036 N Ashland Ave, Unit 4036.5-S1

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736 W Addison St, Unit 750-N1

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618 W Patterson, Unit 307

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3935 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3939-N2

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429 W Wellington Ave, Unit 13G

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7528 N Seeley Ave

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1058 W Glenlake Ave

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2329 N Rockwell St, Unit 2317.5-2A

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3943 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3937-2E

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1236 W Hubbard St, Unit 2S

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3034 N Drake Ave, Unit #1R

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620 N State St

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2843 S Kildare Ave, Unit Attic, Separate Unit

The Reserve

Aria Luxury Apartments

Ovaltine

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The Henry at Harms Woods

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Park 205 Apartments

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District 1860

Albion Evanston

Elmhurst Terrace

Huntington Square

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

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Optima Old Orchard Woods

Glen Oaks Commons

Arbor House

Green Oaks Apartments

Cypress Place

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Orion Prospect
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,044 | $595 | $8,604 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,719 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,472 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,960 | $6,700 | $7,350 |
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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 $2,478.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,381 square feet unit starting from $9,987 at The Parker Fulton Market.
What is the average size for Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,012 sq ft.
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