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8702 S Escanaba Ave

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4343 S Spaulding Ave, Unit 2nd unit

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1530 S Central Park Ave, Unit Apt 2

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7712 S Carpenter St

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1658 N Monticello Ave, Unit 2

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3648 N Hoyne Ave, Unit Apartment

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4242 W Haddon Ave, Unit J08P

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5816 N Rockwell St, Unit 2nd Floor
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3609 N Kedvale Ave, Unit 2

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6753 S Artesian Ave, Unit 2

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6544 N Talman Ave, Unit 2

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3340 S Parnell Ave, Unit 2R

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5916 W Montrose Ave, Unit 2 Bed, 1 Bath

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1905 W 19th St, Unit 1

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4810 N Avers Ave, Unit Avers apartment

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4610 N Harding Ave, Unit 2

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2150 N Kenneth Ave, Unit Garden

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1900 S May St, Unit 1F
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5735 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 2

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619 N Menard Ave, Unit 2

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10219 S Racine Ave, Unit 1

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2133 S Fairfield Ave, Unit CH

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6312 N Oakley Ave, Unit 3

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1140 E Marquette Rd

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1651 W Jonquil Ter

5005 W Ferdinand St, Unit 5007 w #1

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1554 W Juneway Ter, Unit 1R

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2430 N Avers Ave
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1954 W Winona St

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5110 N Winchester Ave, Unit 3A

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9021 S Justine St, Unit 9021 S. Justine 1S

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8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1 - First Floor

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1712 W Juneway Ter

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1662 N Mozart St, Unit 3

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2855 W Pershing Rd, Unit 2

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5437 S Laflin St, Unit 1F

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953 N Kedzie Ave, Unit 1

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9209 S Laflin St
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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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