
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (1,477 Rentals) Page 3 of 30


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8241 S Commercial Ave, Unit Rear

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1946 N Kimball Ave, Unit 3

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1916 W Winona St, Unit 1926-1

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5353 W Newport Ave, Unit 1st floor

5648 W Warwick Ave, Unit Unit#2

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3427 S Union Ave, Unit 3427-1

11128 South Spaulding Avenue, Unit 1

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5226 W Hutchinson St, Unit 1

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5129 S Ingleside Ave, Unit 1 Front
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5755 W Lawrence Ave, Unit 1 N

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3001 N Central Park Ave, Unit 5

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4108 W Cermak Rd, Unit 2

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1744 W Foster Ave, Unit 1M

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2858 W 21st Pl, Unit 1

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2415 N Central Ave, Unit First Floor

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6116 N Meade Ave, Unit 2

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917 W Dakin St

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2305 W 25th St, Unit 1st Floor

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6219 S Nagle Ave, Unit 6219
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2440 W Warner Ave, Unit 2 nd

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1530 N Kedzie Ave

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5030 W School St, Unit Apt

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4524 W Madison St, Unit MADISON 1

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8428 S Escanaba Ave, Unit 1

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4443 W Montana St, Unit Basement

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3401 W Armitage Ave, Unit 2

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1946 N Kimball Ave, Unit 2

8230 S Ellis Ave, Unit 3

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4710 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 2
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10040 S State St, Unit State

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1637 W Pratt Blvd, Unit 1

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5487 S Drexel Ave, Unit 1

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1904 W Wabansia Ave, Unit 1

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2314 S Seeley Ave, Unit Garden Unit

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7300 N Ridge Blvd, Unit #302

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1418 N Talman Ave, Unit 3A

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2896 S Archer Ave, Unit 202

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2146 W Huron St, Unit 1

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8046 S Langley Ave, Unit 1
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5351 W Berteau Ave, Unit 2

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4830 N Saint Louis Ave, Unit #2

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745 N Throop St, Unit 2

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6513 S Harvard Ave, Unit Garden Apt

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1119 N Harding Ave, Unit 2nd floor

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6200 S Parkside Ave, Unit 2nd

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2605 W 65th St, Unit 1E

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5501 W Dakin St, Unit First floor

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6610 S Rhodes Ave, Unit G

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2116 East 69th Street, Unit 1
Chicago, IL Local Guide

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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