
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (1,277 Rentals) Page 11 of 26


3237 W Pierce Ave

1618 W Chicago Ave, Unit 2

6629 S Green St, Unit 1st Floor

1350 W Randolph St, Unit 1113

2437 N Newcastle Ave, Unit 2

5433 W Eddy St, Unit 2

3553 S Damen Ave, Unit 1

2015 W Race Ave, Unit 120

7831 S Loomis Blvd, Unit 2

5625 S Princeton Ave, Unit Apt 2

4820 S Honore St, Unit 1st Floor

5939 S Maplewood Ave, Unit 2

5614 W Melrose St, Unit 2

6559 S Mozart St, Unit 1S

6329 S Loomis Blvd, Unit 2

734 N Laramie Ave, Unit 2

209 N Parkside Ave, Unit 3N

8317 S Buffalo Ave

7931 S Manistee Ave, Unit G

4505 S St Louis Ave, Unit 2

5730 N Christiana Ave

1058 N Central Park Ave

3709 N Bosworth Ave

2701 N Whipple St

8101 S Throop St

6622 S University Ave

3722 N Magnolia Ave

2328 W Washington Blvd

1621 W 13th St

6638 N Glenwood Ave

7649 S Yates Blvd

2701 N Sayre Ave

1620 W Hastings St

2018 N Mohawk St

842 N Avers Ave

2247 W Estes Ave

3256 S Princeton Ave

1525 W Addison St

2304 N Monitor Ave

1521 W Barry Ave

3019 E 80th St

946 N Drake Ave

5147 W Cullom Ave

2309 N Campbell Ave

3300 N Racine Ave

10650 S Claremont Ave

2135 W Division St

2241 W 21st St

1546 N Homan 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 | $2,030 | $450 | $5,495 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,745 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,493 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,666 | $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 $3,745.
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 1,433 sq ft.
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