
Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (366 Rentals) Page 3 of 8


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55 W. Chestnut

Gramercy Row Apartments

3000 N Sheridan

2555 N Clark St

JeffJack Apartments

Cityfront Place

The Van der Rohe
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Hyde Park Tower

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1111 N. Dearborn

2101 Michigan

Lake Grove Village

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Berteau Manor

Hugo River North

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2630 N. Hampden Court

The Chatelaine

Windermere House

930 W. Winona

720 W Gordon Terrace

850 Lake Shore Drive

2800 N Lake Shore Dr

8701 W FOSTER Ave

The Heritage Shops At Millennium Park

Walton Colonnade
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River Village Lofts

Metropolitan Place

One East Scott

1850 N. Clark St.

2452 N Kedzie Ave

3714 W Cullom Ave

Silver Tower

Judge Slater Senior Apartments

4016 N Kenmore

4434 W Gunnison St
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Parc Orleans

6844 S Ridgeland Ave

727 W Aldine Ave

Vanguard Lofts

8335 S King Dr

BarMNinc

Montclare Senior Residences of Calumet Height

6120 N Rockwell St

Pope Building

1501 W Farwell Ave
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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 | $2,046 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $650 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,109 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,761 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,526 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,438 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $11,160 | $1,795 | $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 $2,495.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $2,375 at 2939 W Belmont Ave.
What is the average size for Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 979 sq ft.
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