
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (1,173 Rentals) Page 2 of 24


Washington Plaza

The Boulevard at OC Living

South Shore Beach Apartments

8201 S Ada St

561 W 18th St

5054 N Ridgeway Ave

7300 Venture Apartments

7608 S Saginaw Ave

The Onyx on North Shore
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1840-1850 S Fairfield Ave

1040 Hollywood

7220

Sheridan Apartments

Sheridan Park LLC

The Pavilion Apartments

2415-2417 W Birchwood Ave

McCrory Senior Apartments

Portage Park Theater Apartments

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5020 S Woodlawn Ave

7002 S Stewart Ave

5835 W 63rd St

7333 Ridge

Parkway Apartments

Boxelder Court

12157 S Michigan Ave

Paseo Boricua Arts Building

1528 W Pratt Blvd
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8259 S Loomis Blvd

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Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community

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738 E Marquette Rd

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4647 N Manor Ave, Unit #G, Unit #G

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4319 N Lawndale Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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10912 S Avenue J, Unit Basement, Unit Basement

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2419 N Kimball Ave, Unit Garden, Unit Garden

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5833 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 5822 W Irving Park, Unit 5822 W Irving Park
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4804 S Luna Ave

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1806 W Farwell Ave, Unit G, Unit G

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5559 W Altgeld St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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731 N Christiana Ave, Unit 1F, Unit 1F

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2309 S Whipple St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1366 W Estes Ave, Unit 1H, Unit 1H

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5679 N Ridge Ave, Unit J01P, Unit J01P

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8055 S Paulina St

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4535 N Beacon St, Unit #1A, Unit #1A

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4425 N Kenton Ave, Unit Kenton Basement, Unit Kenton Basement
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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 | $1,951 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $520 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,114 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,914 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,737 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,769 | $1,405 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,935 | $750 | $9,733 |
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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 $2,517.
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 887 sq ft.
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