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Kimball 5324 N

7800 S Colfax Ave

Chase Manor

The Sheridan Pratt

7701 S Eggelston St

7520 S. Coles Avenue

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Park Shore View Apartments

11000 S Michigan Ave
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South Beach Apartments

Wolcott Apartments

Oglesby Arms

The Doral

7600-14 S South Shore Dr

8232 S Drexel Ave

6315-6319 S California Ave

7115-25 S East End Ave

319 E 79th

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II
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7517 S. Coles

South Shore Neighborhood Apartments

8100 S Justine St

8000 S Marshfield Ave

7900 S Essex

7903 S Eberhart

741-53 E 79th St

6838 S Jeffery Blvd

6700 S Merrill Ave

7701 S Cottage Grove
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7327-7329 S Saint Lawrence Ave

6820 S Michigan Ave

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

Ohio Commons

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

6957 S Michigan Ave

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments

7674 S Shore Drive

400 E 81st St

7949 S St Lawrence
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New Venture Realty South Shore Apartments

421 East 62nd

Gray Apartments

915 E 83rd St

1200 W 64th St

8201 S Marshfield Ave

5935 N Northwest Hwy

5454 S Laramie Ave

Emerald Tower

10901 S Vernon
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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 | $2,039 | $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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