
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (345 Rentals) Page 4 of 7


5850-5858 S Martin Luther King Dr

7400-7410 S Chappel Ave

Martin Luther King JR PLZ (S-8 Affordable)

8159 S Drexel Ave

8259 S Elizabeth

8640 S Ingleside

7700 S Carpenter

7001 S Chappel Ave

7801 S Yates

8352 S Ellis Ave

Oak Park Apartments

8200 S Clyde Ave

7955 S Calumet

7956 S Burnham

8100 S Essex Ave

8100 S Throop

Ridge Apartments

1630-1632 S Sawyer Ave

1616 W 80th St

7801 S Cornell Ave

7701 S May St

Atrium West Apartments

7954 S Justine

7944 S Paulina

Mayfair Commons - Senior Community

Lawndale Apartments

7654 S Marshfield

1257 S Christiana

4039-4051 N Laporte Ave

705 S Lawndale

8000 S Ellis Ave

1530-1542 N Kedzie Ave

7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave

7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.

7845-7859 S Avalon Ave

2735-2739 N Laramie Ave

4720-4730 W Addison St

1734 E 72nd

219 E 68th St

6650 S Drexel

5655-5659 S Indiana Ave

4844-4850 W Wrightwood Ave

4850-4858 S Michigan Ave

1456 W Birchwood

7340 N Damen Ave

Chicago Residence

8056 S Drexel

7800 S Ashland

7653 S Loomis
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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 | $2,086 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $800 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,101 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,233 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,294 | $1,795 | $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 $3,058.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $3,195 at 3143-3149 S Morgan St.
What is the average size for Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,052 sq ft.
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