
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,100 (1,811 Rentals) Page 5 of 37


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4223 N Elston Ave, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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1605 W Thome Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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815 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 815 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 815 N Fairfield Ave

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738 E Marquette Rd

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4647 N Manor Ave, Unit #G, Unit #G

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2619 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 2615-3E, Unit 2615-3E

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2144 W Grace St, Unit 2B, Unit 2B

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818 W Lakeside Pl, Unit 303, Unit 303

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10912 S Avenue J, Unit Basement, Unit Basement

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628 W Cornelia Ave, Unit N1, Unit N1

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4317 N Francisco Ave, Unit J04P, Unit J04P

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2602 N Racine Ave, Unit 2602 N Racine, Unit 2602 N Racine

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5833 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 5822 W Irving Park, Unit 5822 W Irving Park

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635 W Wellington Ave, Unit J08P, Unit J08P

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1806 W Farwell Ave, Unit G, Unit G

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5559 W Altgeld St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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731 N Christiana Ave, Unit 1F, Unit 1F

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2309 S Whipple St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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3249 N Seminary Ave, Unit 3249 N Seminary, Unit 3249 N Seminary

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3249 N Seminary Ave, Unit Garden, Unit Garden

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1366 W Estes Ave, Unit 1H, Unit 1H

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7324 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 3E, Unit 3E

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2443 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 6C, Unit 6C

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2136 West Jackson Boulevard, Unit #1, Unit #1

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3836 N Fremont St, Unit E05P, Unit E05P

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3826 N Fremont St, Unit E3, Unit E3

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5679 N Ridge Ave, Unit J01P, Unit J01P

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1360 W Estes Ave, Unit 2N, Unit 2N

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1625 W Hollywood Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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8055 S Paulina St

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5107 N Winchester Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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4425 N Kenton Ave, Unit Kenton Basement, Unit Kenton Basement

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5666 N Ridge Ave, Unit ONE BEDROOM - 5662- 1E, Unit ONE BEDROOM - 5662- 1E

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4875 N Paulina St

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503 E 79th St, Unit 2A, Unit 2A

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1849 W Augusta Blvd

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5668 N Ridge Ave, Unit ONE BEDROOM - 5662 1E, Unit ONE BEDROOM - 5662 1E

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540 W Aldine Ave, Unit E2, Unit E2

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4414 N Whipple St

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2219 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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1651 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 16, Unit 16

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939 W Winona St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3755 N Pine Grove Ave

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2939 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

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2221 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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3732 N Pine Grove Ave

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3815 N Pine Grove Ave

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4036 N Ashland Ave, Unit E1, Unit E1

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2408 N Kedzie Blvd, Unit 202, Unit 202
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 | $1,945 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,149 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,921 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,683 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,849 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,478 | $5,850 | $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 $2,517.
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 783 sq ft.
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