
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (1,176 Rentals) Page 5 of 24


6101 S Oak Park

4441-4455 N Damen Ave

7800 S Colfax Ave

2614 W Marquette Rd

Kimball 5324 N

2128 N. Whipple St.

7105-7111 South Champlain Avenue/635-643 East 71st Street

Chase Manor

8810 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

8131 S Maryland Ave

9017-9019 S Cottage Grove Ave

1822-38 W 107th St.

1735 W Pratt Blvd

3643-3645 N Greenview Ave

832 N. Rockwell Ave.

14507 Torrence Avenue

8007 S Champlain Ave

7942 S Champlain Ave

7801-05 S Indiana Ave Chicago IL

2230 S. Kedzie

8157 S King Dr

8242 S Drexel Ave

7635 S. Coles Avenue

Argyle Manor

2049 W Coulter St

1638 W. Chase

824-842 E 53rd St

6920 South Vernon Avenue

1461-65 W. Byron St.

3330 N Lake Shore Dr

1243 W 32nd St

1300 West 57th St

2751-57 W. 22nd Pl

4400-4402 S. Indiana Avenue

1316-1319 E Hyde Park Blvd

2065 N. Hoyne Ave.

532-34 W. Grant

Everett Hyde Park

901-903 W Sunnyside Ave

1255 W Belden

1363 W. Walton

4425-4431 N Milwaukee Ave

1948 N. Lincoln Ave.

Academy Apartments

3300 W Pershing Rd Chicago, IL 60632

3962-3966 W Grand

7701 S Eggelston St

7520 S. Coles Avenue

Belle Plaine Apartments
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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 | $2,086 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $800 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,101 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,233 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,294 | $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 $2,492.
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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