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Belle Plaine Apartments

Park Shore View Apartments

11000 S Michigan Ave

South Beach Apartments

Wolcott Apartments

Oglesby Arms

7600-14 S South Shore Dr

The Doral

8232 S Drexel Ave
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6315-6319 S California Ave

7115-25 S East End Ave

319 E 79th

7517 S. Coles

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

South Shore Neighborhood Apartments

8100 S Justine St

8000 S Marshfield Ave

7900 S Essex

6838 S Jeffery Blvd
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7903 S Eberhart

741-53 E 79th St

7701 S Cottage Grove

6700 S Merrill Ave

7327-7329 S Saint Lawrence Ave

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

Ohio Commons

6820 S Michigan Ave

6957 S Michigan Ave
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7674 S Shore Drive

400 E 81st St

7949 S St Lawrence

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421 East 62nd

Gray Apartments

915 E 83rd St

1200 W 64th St

5935 N Northwest Hwy
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8201 S Marshfield Ave

5454 S Laramie Ave

7700 S Kingston Ave Chicago, IL 60649

Emerald Tower

10901 S Vernon

3650-3656 W Agatite Ave

7801 S South Shore Dr

84th Place & Ingleside

El San Arms

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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 | $1,951 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $520 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,114 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,914 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,737 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,769 | $1,405 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,935 | $750 | $9,733 |
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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 $2,517.
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 887 sq ft.
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