
Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (247 Rentals)


South Chicago Senior Housing - 62 & Over

McCrory Senior Apartments

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community

Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+

Cottage View Terrace

Winston Towers

Villa Guadalupe

The Burnham at Woodlawn Park

Antioch Haven Homes
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Auburn Gresham Senior Apartments

Pullman Suites Senior Apartments

Montclare Senior Residences of Calumet Height

Castleman Apartments

Greencastle of Englewood

Lincoln Village

Belmont Place Senior Housing

William Jones Apartments

Enola Dew Apartments

Matthew Manor II
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Ravenswood Senior Living

Major Robert Lawrence Apartments

Roseland Village

Miriam Apartments

Jarvis House

Judge Slater Senior Apartments

The Selfhelp Home

New City Supportive Living

Maudelle Brown Bousfield Apartments
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Wayne Senior Apartments

Mary Hartwell Catherwood Apartments

George & Cicero Apartments

Hyde Park Apartments

Evergreen Garden

421 East 62nd

Reverend Daniel Alvarez Apartments

Columbus Tower

Mayfair Commons - Senior Community

Eastgate Village
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Heiwa Terrace

Paul G Stewart Center

Cicero Senior Lofts

Levy House

Hilliard Towers Senior Apartments One

Hilliard Towers Senior Apartments

8259 S Loomis Blvd

Montclare Senior Residences

North Park Village Apts - 62+

1251 S Michigan - Senior Living
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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 | $2,026 | $595 | $4,966 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,033 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,673 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,684 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $15,879 | $6,790 | $10,000+ |
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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters
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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 1,381 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 1,008 sq ft.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers
Written by: Nicole Harms
Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.