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3650 W 18th
2 Bedroom Apartments

3650 W 18th

3650 W 18th StChicago, IL 60623
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3700 W. Cornelia
2 Bedroom Apartments

3700 W. Cornelia

3700 W CorneliaChicago, IL 60618
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8249 S Evans
2 Bedroom Apartments

8249 S Evans

8249 S Evans AveChicago, IL 60619
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3200 W Fulton Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

3200 W Fulton Blvd

3200 W Fulton BlvdChicago, IL 60624
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6756 S Chappel
2 Bedroom Apartments

6756 S Chappel

6756 S Chappel AveChicago, IL 60649
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6100 S Artesian
2 Bedroom Apartments

6100 S Artesian

6100-6104 S Artesian AveChicago, IL 60629

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7751 S Loomis
2 Bedroom Apartments

7751 S Loomis

7751 S Loomis BlvdChicago, IL 60620
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Cottage View Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage View Terrace

4801-4859 S Cottage Grove AveChicago, IL 60615
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9126 S Buffalo Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

9126 S Buffalo Ave

9126 S Buffalo AveChicago, IL 60617
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7520 S. Coles Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

7520 S. Coles Avenue

7516-7524 S Coles AveChicago, IL 60649
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7903 S Rhodes Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

7903 S Rhodes Ave

7903 S Rhodes AveChicago, IL 60619
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Ohio Commons
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ohio Commons

5001 S Drexel BlvdChicago, IL 60615
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2656 W 69th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2656 W 69th St

2656 W 69th StChicago, IL 60629
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2200 S Marshall Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2200 S Marshall Blvd

2200 S Marshall BlvdChicago, IL 60623
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11000 S Michigan Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

11000 S Michigan Ave

11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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6700 S Merrill Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

6700 S Merrill Ave

6700 S Merrill AveChicago, IL 60649
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7256 S Rhodes Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

7256 S Rhodes Ave

7256 S Rhodes AveChicago, IL 60619
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6214 S Eberhart
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6214 S Eberhart

6214 S EberhartChicago, IL 60637
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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300 N Menard Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

300 N Menard Ave

300 N Menard AveChicago, IL 60644
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400 E 81st St
2 Bedroom Apartments

400 E 81st St

400 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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7845 S Colfax
2 Bedroom Apartments

7845 S Colfax

7845 S Colfax AveChicago, IL 60649
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7949 S St Lawrence
2 Bedroom Apartments

7949 S St Lawrence

7949 S Saint Lawrence AveChicago, IL 60619
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7900 S Essex
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7900 S Essex

7900-7910 S Essex AveChicago, IL 60617
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7801 S South Shore Dr
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7801 S South Shore Dr

7801 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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7903 S Eberhart
2 Bedroom Apartments

7903 S Eberhart

7903 S Eberhart AveChicago, IL 60619

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17-19 N Waller Ave
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17-19 N Waller Ave

17-19 N Waller AveChicago, IL 60644
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7801 S Essex
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7801 S Essex

7801 S Essex AveChicago, IL 60649
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915 E 83rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

915 E 83rd St

915 E 83rd StChicago, IL 60619
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Columbus Tower
2 Bedroom Apartments

Columbus Tower

7855 S Kedzie AveChicago, IL 60652
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7655-7657 S Coles Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

7655-7657 S Coles Ave

7655-7657 S Coles AveChicago, IL 60649
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7700 S Kingston
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7700 S Kingston

7700 S Kingston AveChicago, IL 60649
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1615 W 77th
2 Bedroom Apartments

1615 W 77th

1615 W 77th StChicago, IL 60620
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Baric Commons
2 Bedroom Apartments

Baric Commons

232 E 121st PlzChicago, IL 60628

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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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 $3,041.

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 1,124 sq ft.

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