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6700 S Merrill Ave

6214 S Eberhart

7256 S Rhodes Ave

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

963 E 84th St

New Venture Realty South Shore Apartments

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments

300 N Menard Ave

400 E 81st St
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7845 S Colfax

7949 S St Lawrence

7900 S Essex

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

7903 S Eberhart

7801 S South Shore Dr

Auburn Gresham Apartments

17-19 N Waller Ave

7800 S Essex

915 E 83rd St
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7655-7657 S Coles Ave

Columbus Tower

7674 S Shore Drive

7053 S Saint Lawrence Ave

7700 S Kingston

8000-02 S. Lafayette Avenue

Baric Commons

1615 W 77th

7801 S Essex

7801 S Kingston
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Gray Apartments

7949 S Ellis

10425-10429 S Vernon Ave

7834 S Coles

8100 S Marshfield

7316 S Jeffery Blvd

6155-6159 S California Ave

7756 S Marshfield

5935 N Northwest Hwy

3401-3411 N Pulaski Ave
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4013-4015 S Calumet Ave

Madison Terrace

Hilliard Towers Family One

La Rose Apartments

6933 S Indiana

Auburn Gresham Apartments

8148 S Ingleside

7927 S Ellis Ave

7917 S Drexel

7916 S Drexel
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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 | $2,031 | $595 | $5,465 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,778 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,062 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,612 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,668 | $6,700 | $10,000+ |
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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 $3,061.
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 1,146 sq ft.
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