
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (1,816 Rentals) Page 4 of 37


441 W. Oakdale

2630 N. Hampden Court

Reside on Clarendon

Buena Shores

2756-60 N. Pine Grove

2415-2417 W Birchwood Ave

North Wolcott Ave

1840-1850 S Fairfield Ave

The Otis

Chatham Grove

Sheridan Apartments

1330 N Dearborn

4501-4515 N Malden St

441 W. Barry

3510 N. Pine Grove

Sheridan Shores

The Pavilion Apartments

7608 S Saginaw Ave

7333 Ridge

430-446 W. Diversey

7220

Parkway Apartments

5020 S Woodlawn Ave

1528 W Pratt Blvd

5835 W 63rd St

McCrory Senior Apartments

12157 S Michigan Ave

Boxelder Court

Park Place Apartments

8259 S Loomis Blvd

KLEO Art Residences

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community

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3036 N Drake Ave, Unit 3036-1R

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3034 N Drake Ave, Unit #1R

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3718 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2

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4149 S Maplewood Ave, Unit 1 Back

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626 W Patterson Ave, Unit J09W

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4653 N Major Ave, Unit 2S

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4259 W Addison St, Unit ONE BEDROOM

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4854 N Damen Ave, Unit J04W

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510 W Briar Pl, Unit 208

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5503 W Belmont Ave, Unit 2F

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5357 W Belmont Ave, Unit 3

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5542 W Leland Ave, Unit B

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3632 N Paulina St, Unit J08P

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2540 W Summerdale Ave, Unit 3

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1322 N Claremont Ave, Unit J05P

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2602 N Racine Ave, Unit GDN
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 | $1,978 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,090 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,816 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,496 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,676 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,099 | $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 $2,500.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,370 square feet unit starting from $2,025 at Elmhurst Place Apartments.
What is the average size for Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 872 sq ft.
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