
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,400 (1,036 Rentals) Page 2 of 21


1931 E 71st St 1931-45 E 71st Chicago, IL 60649

Boxelder Court

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

8238 S Ellis Ave Chicago, IL 60619

5020 S Woodlawn Ave

Parkway Apartments

5957-73 W Madison St 11-17 S Austin Chicago, IL 60644
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6751 S Jeffery Blvd Chicago, IL 60649

7715 S South Shore Dr Chicago, IL 60649

7701 S Stewart Ave Chicago, IL 60620

7941 S Marquette

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community

5324 W Cornelia Ave, Unit #307

5665 N Ridge Ave, Unit 62-2B

4051 W Melrose St, Unit 27-1N

3345 N Oleander Ave, Unit #2nd floor

5724 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 1040-218

4716 N Racine Ave, Unit 214

6341 W Belmont Ave, Unit 2R

4511 S Washtenaw Ave, Unit APT 3

7505 N Greenview Ave, Unit 07-1

6157 N Kenmore Ave, Unit #508

1064 W Catalpa Ave, Unit #520

4033 W Melrose St, Unit ONE BED

1361 W Greenleaf Ave, Unit #2B

5668 N Ridge Ave, Unit ONE BED

7717 N Sheridan Rd, Unit #2P

4250 N Francisco Ave, Unit #1W

3077 N Davlin Ct, Unit 3

7445 N Greenview Ave, Unit 318

911 W Lawrence Ave, Unit #307

4516 N Kenneth Ave, Unit 2nd floor front

8425 S Marquette Ave, Unit 1

3804 North Harlem Avenue, Unit #2

4027 W Melrose St, Unit ONE BED

4165 S Archer Ave, Unit 203

11410 S Western Ave, Unit 3D
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,917 | $575 | $7,500 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $550 | $9,250 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,928 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,567 | $740 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,987 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,882 | $1,925 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,862 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 The Talman Building listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $2,384.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,502 square feet unit starting from $4,286 at Cobbler Square Lofts.
What is the average size for Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 619 sq ft.
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