
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,000 (2,477 Rentals) Page 26 of 50


7354 S Dorchester

7846 S Saginaw

Mayfair Commons - Senior Community

1860 S Komensky Ave Chicago, IL 60623

Greenleaf Apartments

1931 E 71st

8345 S Drexel

Eastwood Apartments

1530-1532 N. Austin Blvd.

3000-3004 N Central Ave

7516-7524 N Seeley Ave

7110 S Ridgeland

4909 N Glenwood Ave

7800 S Morgan

12000 S Eggleston Ave

8000-12 S Maryland Ave

7003 S Harper

Eastgate Village

6700 S Indiana

8155 S Ingleside

7101 S Artesian Ave Chicago, IL 60629

2041 E 75th St

East Side Apartments

Park Boulevard 3B

400 S Kilbourn Ave

8901 S Cottage Grove Ave Chicago, IL 60619

7419 S Phillips

301-313 N. Austin Blvd.

6830 N Sheridan Rd

7443 N Claremont Ave

6320-6328 S Troy St

6301 N Winthrop Ave

7000-7006 N Western Ave

6439-45 N Richmond St

1623-1633 West Lunt Avenue

7812 S Emerald Ave

7701 S Stewart

Heiwa Terrace

7500 S South Shore Drive

Winchester Suites

7601 S King Dr

4956 W Belden Ave

8052 S Laflin St

1001-1005 S Mayfield Ave

8342-8350 S Ellis Ave Chicago, IL 60619

543 W 74th

8241 S Ellis

wolcott equities

7914 S Kingston
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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 | $1,952 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,130 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,897 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,581 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,564 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,475 | $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 $2,510.
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 768 sq ft.
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