
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,400 (1,789 Rentals) Page 2 of 36


4700 Lake Park Apartments

Sheridan Pratt Apartments

Lathrop

Ivy Park Homes

5504-12 S Wabash Ave Chicago, IL 60637

Shorewind Apartments

8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617

Lake Grove Village

Westhaven Park Station
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Southland Village

The Boulevard at OC Living

8201 S Ada St

Greenleaf-Paulina Apartments

6200-6202 S Whipple St

Bishop Street Lofts

3805 W Belle Plaine Ave

5054 N Ridgeway Ave

7501-7509 S Stewart Ave

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5567 W Van Buren St

4658 S Troy St

8614 W Berwyn Ave

3025 W Irving Park Rd

8043 S Maryland Ave

656 W Belden Ave

7640 S Stewart Ave

Catalpa 2507 W

Sheridan Apartments

1018 E. 54th Street
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Algonquin Apartments

4501-4515 N Malden St

1515 E. 54th Street

632 W. Addison

Lakeside 800

The Shore Residences – 7350 S. Phillips Ave, Chicago, IL

8209 S Ellis Avenue (NEW)

Pittsfield Apartments

Wilson Court - 1901 W Wilson Ave
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Sheridan Plaza - 4607 N Sheridan Rd

Buena Shores

The Pavilion

McCrory Senior Apartments

Midway

The Lakes Apartments

7002 S Stewart Ave

3734 W. Diversey Ave.

Chatham Grove

Park Apartments
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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 | $1,947 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $520 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,907 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,811 | $1,405 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,309 | $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 $3,117.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,875 square feet unit starting from $1,900 at 5567 W Van Buren 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 1,147 sq ft.
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