
4 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (244 Rentals)


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Straits Row

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1118-28 E. Hyde Park Blvd.

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1624 S Throop St

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Greenwood Apartments

5335-5345 S. Kimbark Avenue

5468-70 S. Hyde Park Boulevard

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1515 E. 54th Street

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7123 S Cornell Ave, Unit 1
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1154 E 54th Pl, Unit A

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5131 S Blackstone Ave, Unit Blacksstone apartment-5131

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6422 S Rhodes Ave, Unit 2

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2338 N Greenview Ave, Unit 1

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3554 N Wilton Ave, Unit 1

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1118 E Hyde Park Blvd, Unit G1

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1702 W Superior St, Unit 2nd

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851 W Wellington Ave, Unit 3

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3850 W Diversey Ave

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6154 S Mozart St, Unit Garden Level
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1309 N Campbell Ave, Unit J08P

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5918 S Calumet Ave

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1903 S Blue Island Ave, Unit 2

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3045 N Kimball Ave, Unit 2

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3049 N Clybourn Ave, Unit I

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3049 N Clybourn Ave, Unit 4 bed condo

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3935 S Wells St, Unit 1

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3935 S Wells St, Unit 1

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1720 W Beach Ave, Unit 2

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3147 N Spaulding Ave, Unit SFH
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3710 N Kenmore Ave

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2338 N Greenview Ave, Unit 1

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843 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 1N

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3023 N Oakley Ave, Unit 2A

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3047 N Kimball Ave, Unit 2

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7914 S Champlain Ave

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1453 W Taylor St, Unit 1455-3

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849 W Cornelia Ave

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3840 W Diversey Ave, Unit 2

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5211 S Greenwood 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 | $595 | $4,840 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,469 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,020 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,681 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,556 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,130 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,674 | $6,700 | $10,000+ |
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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 8,303 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $595 to $4,840 with an average price of $2,030.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chicago Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chicago ranges from $640 to $9,987 with an average monthly rent of $2,469.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chicago range from $762 to $18,797. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,020.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 4,999 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $883 to $38,481 - averaging $3,681 for the location.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers
Written by: Nicole Harms
Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.