
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (675 Rentals) Page 11 of 14


Triangle Square

Blue Station

Colonial Court Apartments

Ginger Ridge Apartments

Meadow View Apartments

Pinnacle Apartments

Maple Crossing Apartments

7251-7259 Lawrence

American Heartland Homes

Argyle Garden Apartments

3230 Home Ave

2730 Hampton Parkway

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2008 S 15th Ave, Unit 1 Bedroom Garden Apartment

8 Waltham St, Unit 1R

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1852 Grove Ave, Unit 1B

1943 Wesley Ave, Unit 1943 Wesley Avenue

3443 S Central Ave, Unit 3443 South Central Avenue

1943 Wesley Ave, Unit 1943 Wesley Avenue

1069 Burnham Ave

3258 Maple Ave, Unit 3258 Maple Ave

15312 Knox Ave

5104 W 18th St

74 S Yates Ave

544 Cherry St

2109-2123 W 119th St

5741 W 35th St

2140 Gunderson Ave

2144 Gunderson Ave

2206 S 57th Ave

2150 Gunderson Ave

2146 Gunderson Ave

5700 W 35th St

6833 21st St

2111 Grove Ave

6500 W Cermak Rd

1900 Highland Ave

917 - 919 Chicago Ave

The Maywood Apartments

Victoria Hills

Terrace Apartments

Ann Rainey Apartments

Shady Way

2441-49 West 119th Street

320 Elgin Ave

812 S 19th Ave

230 S Maple

5017 W 14th St

1710-1716 W Touhy Ave
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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 | $2,044 | $595 | $5,915 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,073 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,676 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,862 | $720 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,893 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $16,870 | $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 $2,467.
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 1,016 sq ft.
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