
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent with Specials in Chicago, IL (189 Rentals) Page 3 of 4


330 S. Wells St

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1000 N. LaSalle

Clarendon Shores

TRIO Apartments

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441 W. Oakdale

Algonquin Apartments

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3036 N Drake Ave, Unit 3036-1R

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1355 N Astor St

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1460 W Fargo Ave, Unit 301
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1002 S Michigan Ave, Unit 5001-A

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160 E Grand Ave

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443 W Huron St

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1517 W Sherwin Ave

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2505 W Howard St

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7626 N Marshfield Ave

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620 N State St

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233 S Halsted St

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1609 W Sherwin Ave

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3034 N Drake Ave, Unit #1R
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4610 N Paulina St, Unit 4614-306

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4912 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2102-1W

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444 N Orleans St

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651 W Washington Blvd

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944 W Madison St

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1240 W Randolph St

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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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601 N State St

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709 W Brompton Ave, Unit 711-53
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1651 W Jonquil Ter

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429 W Wellington Ave, Unit 13G

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4040 N Ashland Ave, Unit 40365-GDS

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6755 N Sheridan Rd

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6929 N Lakewood Ave, Unit 2

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2329 N Rockwell St, Unit 2325.5-3B

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215 N Clinton St

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942 W Huron St

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4735 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 203

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1415 W Randolph St
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158 W Division St

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1517 W Howard St

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4021 W Barry Ave, Unit Garden Unit

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7608 N Sheridan Rd

Ovaltine

The Reserve

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

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District 1860

The Henry at Harms Woods

Elmhurst Terrace
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 | $2,073 | $595 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $640 | $9,075 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,702 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,306 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,453 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $19,280 | $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 $2,462.
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 712 sq ft.
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