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2341 W Charleston St, Unit APT 2F

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3038 N Davlin Ct, Unit 1

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1338 W Winona St, Unit 3

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2124 S Halsted St, Unit 3

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5427 S Aberdeen St, Unit 1
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7337 S Green St, Unit #2

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1042 N Rockwell St, Unit J07P

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3704 N Magnolia Ave

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2734 W Winnemac Ave, Unit Apt 2

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7346 S Peoria St, Unit 2

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917 N Leamington Ave, Unit 2

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6936 S Peoria St, Unit 1

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2029 W Superior St, Unit 1

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5236 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 2

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1400 S Karlov Ave, Unit 1
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3652 W Lawrence Ave, Unit 2

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1058 N Rockwell St, Unit M07R

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930 W Gunnison St, Unit #1

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1352 N Greenview Ave, Unit 1352 N Greenview

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1817 N Clybourn Ave, Unit 1

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3811 W Hirsch St, Unit 1

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3626 W Polk St, Unit 3

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4034 N Bernard St, Unit 1st Floor

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1154 E 54th Pl, Unit A

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2143 N Keystone Ave, Unit 2
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3300 N Racine Ave, Unit 3

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910 W Gunnison St, Unit G

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1552 W Juneway Ter

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3300 N Racine Ave, Unit 03

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7411 N Clark St

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1922 N Keystone Ave, Unit 1

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1431 W Flournoy St, Unit 1F

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2505 W Howard St

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5756 S Kenwood Ave, Unit A

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3300 N Racine Ave, Unit 3300 N Racine
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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 | $2,031 | $595 | $5,465 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,778 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,062 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,612 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,668 | $6,700 | $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 $3,778.
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 1,435 sq ft.
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