
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,400 (114 Rentals) Page 2 of 3


Martin Luther King JR PLZ (S-8 Affordable)

7700 S Phillips Ave

1415 W 80th

7316 S Jeffery

Lawndale Apartments

7655 S May

7034 S Claremont

Oak Park Apartments

8101 S Justine St
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3454 W Lexington

Humboldt Ridge Apartments

2900 E 91st

Hilliard Towers Family One

212 E 69th

215 E 68th

10901 S Vernon

1734 E 72nd

7135 S Blackstone

8201 S Kingston Ave
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6800 S Dorchester Ave

1415-25 W 80th

Atrium West Apartments

7755 S Sangamon St 914-918 W 78th St Chicago, IL 60620

148 N La Crosse Ave

Madison Terrace

6923 S Indiana

8040 S Vernon Ave

6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr

8100 S Throop St 1307-11 W 81st Chicago, IL 60620
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6401 S Maplewood

10719 S Calumet Ave

8259 S Elizabeth St

109 N Laramie Ave

7829 S Phillips

7358 S Blackstone Ave

7800 S Jeffery

5518-20 W Jackson Blvd

7755 S Peoria St

8257 S Coles Ave
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Karlov Gardens

4814 W Monroe St

5130 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr

6608 S Peoria St

Coleman Place At Legends South

West Haven Park II - B

6201-6203 S Langley Ave

Island Terrace

6901 S Paxton Ave

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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 | $1,987 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,481 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,080 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,840 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,379 | $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 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Chicago is at Coleman Place At Legends South listed at $170.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $3,840.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,569 square feet unit starting from $4,099 at Galewood Residences.
What is the average size for Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,470 sq ft.
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