
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (2,744 Rentals) Page 30 of 55


7110-18 S Ridgeland Ave

7300 S Yates Blvd

7917 S Drexel

Magnolia Gardens

8051 S Ingleside

The Highlands Apartments

7925 S Phillips

7031 S Chappel

7700 S East End Ave

7400-7410 S Chappel Ave

5050-5058 N Kenmore Ave

Atrium West Apartments

12013 S Eggleston Avenue

8203 S Indiana Ave

Chatham Apartments

North Town Village

Bennett Apartments

7706 S Saginaw

The Talman Building

8642 S Maryland Ave

6516 S University

3030 E. 79th Street

8751 S Cottage Grove Ave

7120 S East End

8001 S Carpenter

8000 S Drexel

Lawndale Apartments

6104 S Campbell

Coleman Place At Legends South

7846 S Saginaw Ave

8238 S Ellis

7706 South Coles

Mayfair Commons - Senior Community

8312 S Ingleside

Greenleaf Apartments

4909 N Glenwood Ave

1530-1532 N. Austin Blvd.

1931 E 71st

8345 S Drexel Ave

3000-3004 N Central Ave

7516-7524 N Seeley Ave

7110 S Ridgeland

7800 S Morgan

12000 S Eggleston Ave

8000-12 S Maryland Ave

Eastgate Village

7003 S Harper

8806 S Cottage Grove

2041 E 75th 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 | $2,028 | $595 | $5,473 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,757 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,961 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,699 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,658 | $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 $2,474.
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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