
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,400 (2,177 Rentals) Page 3 of 44


The Sovereign

1155 W 83rd St

777 South State

2Sisters Apartments

Plaisance Apartments

Scholars Corner Apartments

Roosevelt Square

Letterman Chicago

Inside Info Fremont

Five Points Lakeview

2402 W Carmen Ave

The Heron

The Bush Temple

Vue 53

850 Argyle Place

District @ Sheridan - 5536 N Sheridan Rd

512-20 W. Cornelia

4600 N. Winchester / 1940-54 W. Wilson

1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard

3912-28 N. Pine Grove

531 W. Deming

55 W. Chestnut

Clybourn

Sheridan Terrace - 6725 N Sheridan Rd

330 N Pine

Oakdale Terrace - 525 W Oakdale Ave

6306 S Fairfield Ave Chicago, IL 60629

Renaissance - 901 W Argyle St

Drexel Grand

Dakin Court - 910 W Dakin St

The Lawrence House

620 W. Belmont

Kenmore Place - 6119 N Kenmore Ave

6751 S Jeffery Blvd Chicago, IL 60649

The Del Prado

Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd

Sheridan Tower - 5650 N Sheridan Rd

440 N. Wabash Ave.

The Van der Rohe

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

Covington - 4600 N Clarendon Ave

Twin Towers Apartments

65 East Scott

2101 Michigan

The Bryn - 5600 N Sheridan Rd

3130 N. Lake Shore Drive

1111 N. Dearborn

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 | $1,947 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $520 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,907 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,811 | $1,405 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,309 | $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 $2,509.
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 887 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
