
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,700 (1,437 Rentals)


Lake Meadows Apartments

Lawrence Lofts

2545 W Fitch

14 West Elm Apartments

The Maynard at 5115 N Sheridan

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

Midpointe

Prairie Shores

Beachside Apartments
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Lakeside Apartments

4756 N Maplewood Ave

The Flamingo Apartments

4611 S Ellis Ave

534 W. Wellington Ave

The Onyx on Sheridan

Grace Street Towers

Dearborn North

Times Square Apartments
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Wyndham Apartments

6900 S South Shore Drive

8524-8532 W Gregory St

The Vivian

Museum Walk Apartments

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

817 W Lakeside Place

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The Trilogy at Hyde Park

5726 N. Winthrop
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4031 N Kenmore Apartments

517-25 W. Brompton Ave.

1628 Sherwin

7251 At Waters Edge

2358 E 70th Pl

Prairie CoLiving

1155 W 83rd St

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Scholars Corner Apartments

Plaisance Apartments
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1633 E 74th St

Violet Coliving

Sheridan Pratt Apartments

850 Argyle Place

Sheridan Terrace - 6725 N Sheridan Rd

Dakin Court - 910 W Dakin St

6031 N Paulina St

Sheridan Lake - 6401 N Sheridan Rd

Twin Towers Apartments

Oglesby Towers 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 | $2,026 | $595 | $6,705 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,963 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,015 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,489 | $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 $2,472.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,381 square feet unit starting from $9,987 at The Parker Fulton Market.
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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