
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,700 (1,432 Rentals) Page 21 of 29


1837 W. Patterson

2519 N Lincoln Ave

The Westerner

The Blackwood

420 W. Surf

Barry Apartments

The Schoolhouse

Drexel House - Co-Living

Avenue on Kenwood - Co-Living

Harris Point Chicago

1101-1103 W Wellington Ave

Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town

1554 W Hollywood Ave

3517 N Racine Ave

2201 W Eastwood Ave

The Ivy

1033 W Loyola

Student | Infinite Chicago

Wicker Park Lofts

625 W Wrightwood

5415 S. Woodlawn Avenue

4180 Marine Terrace Apartments

The Nelson

25 W Hubbard St

Maple

Courtyards On The Park

Huntington Square

Elmhurst Terrace

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

The Element

Glen Oaks Commons

Residences at Arlington Heights

Park Ridge Commons

Green Oaks Apartments

Cypress Place

Mount Prospect Greens

The Eclipse at 1450

Sunset Lake

Ronald & Gunnison

Brentwood Apartments

Orchard Lakes Apartments

Tanglewood

Ashton Arlington Heights

Terraces of Elk Grove

Oak Park Residence Corporation

Forest Cove Apartments

7520 W Grand Ave

Fairway Green Apartments

Mont Clare
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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 | $2,028 | $595 | $5,473 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,757 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,961 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,699 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,658 | $6,700 | $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 $2,474.
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 995 sq ft.
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