
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (1,821 Rentals) Page 14 of 37


11000 S Michigan Ave

South Beach Apartments

Wolcott Apartments

Oglesby Arms

The Doral

7600-14 S South Shore Dr

8232 S Drexel Ave

6315-6319 S California Ave

7115-25 S East End Ave

South Shore Neighborhood Apartments

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

319 E 79th

7517 S. Coles

8100 S Justine St

8000 S Marshfield Ave

6700 S Merrill Ave

7701 S Cottage Grove

7903 S Eberhart

7900 S Essex

6838 S Jeffery Blvd

741-53 E 79th St

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

Ohio Commons

6957 S Michigan Ave

6820 S Michigan Ave

7327-7329 S Saint Lawrence Ave

400 E 81st St

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments

7949 S St Lawrence

New Venture Realty South Shore Apartments

7674 S Shore Drive

421 East 62nd

Gray Apartments

5454 S Laramie Ave

915 E 83rd St

1200 W 64th St

5935 N Northwest Hwy

8201 S Marshfield Ave

9244 S Saginaw

Emerald Tower

10901 S Vernon

El San Arms

3650-3656 W Agatite Ave

7801 S South Shore Dr

Reverend Daniel Alvarez Apartments

4735-4737 N Malden St

8109 S Ashland

8000-02 S. Lafayette Avenue
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 | $2,042 | $595 | $5,093 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,053 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,654 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,821 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,083 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $17,448 | $7,000 | $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 $2,465.
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 1,070 sq ft.
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