
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,800 (1,184 Rentals) Page 2 of 24


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5025 W Belmont Ave, Unit 2F

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5918 S Calumet Ave

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3145 W 42nd St, Unit 1F

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2956 W Belle Plaine Ave, Unit 2

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368 E 59th St, Unit #3

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4810 W Armitage Ave, Unit 1R

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1641 N Central Park Ave, Unit 1R

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1914 N Keeler Ave, Unit 1

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4442 W Gunnison St, Unit 2
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5216 W Crystal St, Unit 2

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5243 W Argyle St, Unit 2E

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8428 S Escanaba Ave, Unit 1

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2307 E 70th Pl, Unit 214

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2239 N Western Ave, Unit 1R

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2703 W Ardmore Ave, Unit Basement

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2309 W 47th Pl, Unit Basement

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7227 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 1

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4511 S Washtenaw Ave

5005 W Ferdinand St, Unit 5005 w #1
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1943 W 21st Pl, Unit 1R

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3600 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 1

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7944 S Lafayette Ave, Unit 2

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3600 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 2

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5437 S Laflin St, Unit 2R

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5337 W Patterson Ave, Unit 1

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960 W 18th Pl, Unit #1

7344 S Rockwell St

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8219 S King Dr, Unit 1 west

2714 S Sacramento Ave, Unit 3
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1901 S Allport St, Unit 1C

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1417 W Albion Ave, Unit 2

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220 W 33rd St, Unit 2

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2202 W Cermak Rd, Unit 2F

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3457 N Lowell Ave, Unit Garden

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8028 S Phillips Ave, Unit 3F

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2859 N Austin Ave, Unit 2

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4949 W Melrose St, Unit 1st fl

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1451 N Hamlin Ave, Unit G

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1449 N Bell Ave, Unit Garden
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7127 S Francisco Ave, Unit 2

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2225 S Trumbull Ave, Unit Ground Floor

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2501 E 84th St, Unit 1E

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1344 W Chase Ave, Unit TWO BEDROOMS - 13483

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6729 S Artesian Ave, Unit 1

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2905 Lawndale Ave, Unit 1

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1400 N Harding Ave, Unit 2

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4456 W Diversey Ave, Unit 2

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6100 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2

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3656 S Wood St, Unit The Woods
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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 | $1,988 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,854 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,443 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,474 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,142 | $750 | $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 $3,091.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,176 square feet unit starting from $13,571 at Flora.
What is the average size for Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,172 sq ft.
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