
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (2,748 Rentals) Page 25 of 55


1572 N Milwaukee Ave

2412 N Kilbourn Ave

1237 West Chase

3508 N Wolcott Ave

368 E 59th St

3056 W Irving Park Rd

1714 N Wolcott Ave

2309 S Sacramento Ave

2025 W Granville Ave

5718 N Mozart St

1 E 8th St

5601 N Sheridan Rd

7444 S Langley Ave

7021 N Glenwood Ave

5 N Wabash Ave

2510 N Willetts Ct

1729 W Thorndale Ave

1528 W Wellington Ave

3040 N Milwaukee Ave

1049 W Lawrence Ave

9101 S Beverly Blvd

3100 N Lake Shore Dr

1729 W 91st St

10985 S Church St

2203 W Erie St

4408 N Rockwell St

817 W Belle Plaine Ave

7952 S Ashland Ave

7402 S Racine Ave

1624 W Beach Ave

4510 N Hazel St

1423 S Drake Ave

2118 N Avers Ave

226 S Hoyne Ave

1519 W Superior St

1910 N Sheffield Ave

6612 S St Lawrence Ave

4901 W Cullom Ave

2319 E 70th St

6636 N Glenwood Ave

2319 W Chicago Ave

311 W Illinois St

500 N Lake Shore Dr

2064 W Hutchinson St

1539 N Bosworth Ave

808 W Van Buren St

4521 N Milwaukee Ave

2312 N Drake Ave

7645 N Sheridan Rd
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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 | $2,030 | $450 | $5,495 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,745 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,493 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,666 | $6,700 | $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 $2,476.
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 995 sq ft.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.