
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $4,500 (2,760 Rentals) Page 25 of 56


10947 S Longwood Dr

2609 N Lavergne Ave

1533 W 17th St

224 S Ashland Ave

850 N Lake Shore Dr

22-26 N Pulaski Rd

8024 S Ellis Ave

930 W Belmont Ave

2254 N Southport Ave

3239 W Cullom Ave

1924 N Honore St

3658 W George St

7610 S Saginaw Ave

7612 S Saginaw Ave

6215 W Belmont Ave

5753 W Higgins Ave

7021 N Glenwood Ave

1929 W Larchmont Ave

1114 N Hoyne Ave

2520 W Walton St

1624 W Beach Ave

3037 N Southport Ave

679 W Wrightwood Ave

1933 N Winchester Ave

817 W Belle Plaine Ave

681.5 W Wrightwood Ave

1312 W Argyle St

2312 N Drake Ave

3941 N Janssen Ave

1724 W Jonquil Terrace

7121 S East End Ave

5559 W Altgeld St

55-57 W Altgeld St

901 S Plymouth Ct

4022 N Avers Ave

2611 W Cortland St

1445 W Balmoral Ave

4156 N Lincoln Ave

6502 S Kilpatrick Ave

1237 West Chase

5248 S Drexel Ave

4412 N Rockwell St

4322 N Hoyne Ave

1336 W Diversey Pkwy

2713 W Gladys Ave

6936 S Crandon Ave

2321 E 70th St

7412 S Prairie Ave

6222 W Addison St
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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 | $1,933 | $550 | $5,322 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $640 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,945 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,689 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,395 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,194 | $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 Westhaven Park II - C listed at $754.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $2,490.
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 788 sq ft.
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