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AMLI River North
$3,455 - $6,573
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$2,491 - $6,774
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AMLI River North

71 W Hubbard StChicago, IL 60654
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Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA

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1400 Wabash
$2,418 - $2,966
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$2,158 - $7,568
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1400 Wabash

1400 S Wabash AveChicago, IL 60605
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One Six Six
$2,878 - $3,425
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$2,256 - $3,496
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One Six Six

166 N Aberdeen StChicago, IL 60607
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Imprint
$2,601 - $2,732
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$2,110 - $13,611
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Imprint

717 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
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Coeval
$2,165 - $3,540
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$1,939 - $5,616
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Coeval

51 E 14th StChicago, IL 60605
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Catalyst
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$2,918 - $3,452
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$2,640 - $7,111
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Catalyst

123 N Desplaines StChicago, IL 60661
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The Van Buren
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$2,364 - $3,077
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$2,474 - $5,752
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The Van Buren

808 W Van Buren StChicago, IL 60607
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1225 Old Town
$2,804 - $4,032
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$2,405 - $7,210
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1225 Old Town

1225 N Wells StChicago, IL 60610
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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 $2,476.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,381 square feet unit starting from $9,987 at The Parker Fulton Market.

What is the average size for Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 973 sq ft.

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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