
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,400 (998 Rentals) Page 5 of 20


First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

319 E 79th

South Shore Neighborhood Apartments

7517 S. Coles

8100 S Justine St

8000 S Marshfield Ave

7900 S Essex

6838 S Jeffery Blvd

7701 S Cottage Grove

6700 S Merrill Ave

7903 S Eberhart

741-53 E 79th St

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

Ohio Commons

7327-7329 S Saint Lawrence Ave

6820 S Michigan Ave

6957 S Michigan Ave

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments

400 E 81st St

7949 S St Lawrence

New Venture Realty South Shore Apartments

7674 S Shore Drive

421 East 62nd

Gray Apartments

1200 W 64th St

915 E 83rd St

8201 S Marshfield Ave

5454 S Laramie Ave

5935 N Northwest Hwy

Emerald Tower

10901 S Vernon

7801 S South Shore Dr

3650-3656 W Agatite Ave

El San Arms

84th Place & Ingleside

Reverend Daniel Alvarez Apartments

4735-4737 N Malden St

8000-02 S. Lafayette Avenue

8109 S Ashland

La Rose Apartments

7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave

7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.

8042 S Ellis Ave

1624-1626 W Morse Ave

7241 S Phillips

6155-6159 S California Ave

6354-6358 S Francisco Ave

7949 S Ellis
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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 | $1,987 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,481 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,080 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,840 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,379 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,474 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,142 | $750 | $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 $2,481.
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 973 sq ft.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
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