
Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (366 Rentals) Page 6 of 8


5528 S. Cornell Avenue

1237-1243 West Lunt Avenue

4634-4658 W 79th St

11250 S Indiana

4815 W Monroe

Cermak-MASTER

73rd St

The Mabel Exchange Apartments

520 W Belden Ave

The Max Apartments

7640 S Stewart Ave

4915-4919 N Damen Ave

Farcroft Park

500 W. Fullerton Parkway

30 East

Oakley Square

734-44 W. Aldine

3045 W FULLERTON

Ardmore Winthrop

2150 W Lawrence Ave

5326-5336 S. Greenwood Avenue

Reside on Irving Park

Monroe Aberdeen Place

Lincoln Park Mews

Reside on Jackson

The Reserve

The Eagles

Buckingham

Top of The Mount Apartments

Park 205 Apartments

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

The Emerson

The Main

ReNew Oak Park

Brentwood Apartments

Midtown Square

Oak Park Place

Tapestry Station Apartments

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Ellison

The Fynn

HQ Residences Apartments

The Park Evanston

Forest Cove Apartments

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Fairway Green Apartments

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The Marke

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Avidor Glenview 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

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Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,023 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,073 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,824 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,418 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,530 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,190 | $750 | $7,350 |
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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 $2,480.
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 973 sq ft.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
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