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Elmcrest Apartments

1013 S Harlem Ave

860 Hinman

7858 S Natoma Ave

1334 Woodview Ln

1235 - 1241 Elmwood Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

Mills Park Tower

10921-10923 S Keating Ave

944-964 S. Oak Park Avenue

300 Madison St

Lyons

12548 S Ashland Ave

Liberty Village

Broadview Apartments

1004 S Des Plaines Ave

814-820 S. Austin Blvd.

8-12 Van Buren St. and 336-350 S. Austin Blvd.

Country Club View Apartments

1376-1384 Brown St

1348-1352 N. Austin Blvd. and 7-9 Greenfield St.

11055 S Nagle Ave

233 - *Oak-Crain Property*

Homewood Court Apartments

Somerset Park II

820 Judson Ave

Somerset Park I

Forest Park Apartments Bldg 1

Des Plaines Apartments

Heritage Manor Apartments

33rd & Ridgeland Ave

7244 Randolph St.

Oak Lawn Blu

720 Washington

The Altenheim

123-129 N. Humphrey Ave. and 38-44 Lake St.

527-533 Des Plaines Ave. and 7624-7626 Wilcox

Live in Oak Park

Elmwood Towers

Royal Arms Apartments

900 S Taylor Ave

941 Chicago Ave

817 Seward St

2126 Kenilworth Ave

209 S Oak Park Ave

Greenfield Square Apartments

1303 Maple

2101 Wesley Ave

804 Harrison St.
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 | $2,084 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $800 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,060 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,686 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,110 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,301 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $11,675 | $1,795 | $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 $2,485.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $2,400 at 2939 W Belmont Ave.
What is the average size for Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 735 sq ft.
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