
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,000 (106 Rentals)


1155 W 83rd St

7131 S Yates

Boxelder Court

Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+

8259 S Loomis Blvd

8702 S Escanaba Ave

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2116 East 69th Street, Unit 2

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6727 S Maplewood Ave, Unit 2 floor Apt.

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6610 S Rhodes Ave, Unit G
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6727 S Maplewood Ave, Unit 2

4851 S Ashland Ave, Unit 3R

4817 W Gladys Ave

6610 S Rhodes Ave

506 154th place Calumet City,il

3700 W. Cornelia

11133 S Vernon Ave

8045-8049 S King Dr

8101-8107 S Langley Ave

8249 S Evans
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3200 W Fulton Blvd

6756 S Chappel

Cottage View Terrace

7701 S Eggelston St

9126 S Buffalo Ave

7520 S. Coles Avenue

7903 S Rhodes Ave

Belle Plaine Apartments

Ohio Commons

6315-6319 S California Ave
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2656 W 69th St

2200 S Marshall Blvd

7000-7002 S Dorchester Ave

11000 S Michigan Ave

6700 S Merrill Ave

6214 S Eberhart

7256 S Rhodes Ave

963 E 84th St

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

300 N Menard Ave
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400 E 81st St

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments

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7949 S St Lawrence

7801 S South Shore Dr

7845 S Colfax

7900 S Essex

7903 S Eberhart

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

Auburn Gresham Apartments
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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 | $2,044 | $595 | $8,604 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,719 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,472 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,960 | $6,700 | $7,350 |
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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Chicago is at West Haven Park II - B listed at $192.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $3,072.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,900 square feet unit starting from $4,650 at Riverview Terrace.
What is the average size for Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,154 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
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.

Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers
Written by: Nicole Harms
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.

Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago
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From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.