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Merrill Court
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Merrill Court

7201-7215 S Merrill AveChicago, IL 60649
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7451 S Vernon Ave
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7451 S Vernon Ave

7451 S Vernon AveChicago, IL 60619
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8249 S Evans
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8249 S Evans

8249 S Evans AveChicago, IL 60619

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1133 E 82nd St
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1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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9218 S. Bishop
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9218 S. Bishop

9218 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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7555 S Hermitage Ave
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7555 S Hermitage Ave

7555 S Hermitage AveChicago, IL 60620
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Cottage View Terrace
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Cottage View Terrace

4801-4859 S Cottage Grove AveChicago, IL 60615
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6101 S Oak Park
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6101 S Oak Park

6101-6135 S Oak Park AveChicago, IL 60638
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4441-4455 N Damen Ave
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4441-4455 N Damen Ave

4441-4455 N Damen AveChicago, IL 60625
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Kimball 5324 N
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Kimball 5324 N

5324-5326 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60625
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Chase Manor
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Chase Manor

2317-2325 W Chase AveChicago, IL 60645
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The Sheridan Pratt
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The Sheridan Pratt

6758 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60626
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7520 S. Coles Avenue
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7520 S. Coles Avenue

7516-7524 S Coles AveChicago, IL 60649
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11000 S Michigan Ave
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11000 S Michigan Ave

11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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South Beach Apartments
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South Beach Apartments

7825-27 South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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Oglesby Arms
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Oglesby Arms

6826 S Oglesby AveChicago, IL 60649
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The Doral
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The Doral

7616 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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8232 S Drexel Ave
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8232 S Drexel Ave

8232 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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319 E 79th
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319 E 79th

319-325 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619

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8100 S Justine St
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8100 S Justine St

8100 S Justine StChicago, IL 60620
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7517 S. Coles
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7517 S. Coles

7515-7525 S Coles AveChicago, IL 60649
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7900 S Essex
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7900 S Essex

7900-7910 S Essex AveChicago, IL 60617
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8000 S Marshfield Ave
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8000 S Marshfield Ave

8000 S Marshfield AveChicago, IL 60620
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6838 S Jeffery Blvd
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6838 S Jeffery Blvd

6838 S Jeffery BlvdChicago, IL 60649
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6700 S Merrill Ave
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6700 S Merrill Ave

6700 S Merrill AveChicago, IL 60649
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741-53 E 79th St
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741-53 E 79th St

741-753 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619
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7903 S Eberhart
1 Bedroom Apartments

7903 S Eberhart

7903 S Eberhart AveChicago, IL 60619

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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 Westhaven Park II - C listed at $754.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $2,476.

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 995 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

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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.

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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.

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.