
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (676 Rentals) Page 13 of 14


The Wright Building

Montclair Manor

1677 State

1709 W Victoria Dr

1573 State

1400 Chicago Ave

Prairieview Apartments

421 South Oak Park Avenue

14031 S School

1229 S Harlem Ave

801-811 S Euclid Ave

7195 Barry St

1501-1503 State St

10918 S Kilpatrick

3111 S Ridgeland Ave

514 S Austin

1022 N. Austin

Clarence and Van Buren Bldg

1000 N Austin

102 Rockford Ave

700 North Austin Blvd

Salt Creek

450-460 N Austin Blvd

7 Van Buren

Park Colony Apartments

Oak Lawn Apartments

206-214 N Austin Blvd

14036-50 Tracy Ave

1534 Bonnie Brae

The Ridgeland Station

422-426 S Taylor Ave

Wendwood Apartments

West Clare Apartments

4848 W 83rd St

North Court

930 N Austin Blvd

Riverwalk Senior Residences

14138 S School

Golden Manor

Harvey

308 Elizabeth Street

McLaughlin Apartments

901-911 S Clinton

130 Washington Blvd

400 Scoville

Clinton Court

432 S Clinton Ave

921-923 Lake St

Kenton House
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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 | $2,043 | $595 | $5,915 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,062 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,680 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,864 | $720 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,841 | $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 $2,465.
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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