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7300 N Ridge Blvd, Unit #105

612 W Patterson Ave, Unit 409

4730 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #806

4549 N Malden St, Unit 1325.402

2234 W Farwell Ave, Unit #2

Park Apartments

Sheridan Pratt Apartments

653 N Christiana Ave, Unit 653 N Christiana Ave 2nd

The Maynard at 5115 N Sheridan

Grace Shores

1100 North Lasalle

1050 W George

Loyola Beach Apartments

14 West Elm Apartments

4058 W Congress Pky, Unit 2S

1064 W Catalpa Ave, Unit #520

911 W Lawrence Ave, Unit #906

6106 N Kenmore Ave, Unit #311

10747 S Michigan Ave, Unit Apartment B

544 W. Melrose

Hyde Park West

1049 West Oakdale Apartments

Wilson Court - 1901 W Wilson Ave

3346 N Marshfield Ave, Unit 1

5154 W EDDY ST, Unit Garden Unit

6166 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #511

4051 W Melrose St, Unit #3S

3622 W 79th Pl, Unit GARDEN UNIT - BASEMENT

5439 W Schubert Ave, Unit Basement

Pittsfield Apartments

2415-2417 W Birchwood Ave

450 West Melrose Apartments
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,893 | $550 | $8,000 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,340 | $725 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,888 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,529 | $788 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,972 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,965 | $1,925 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $14,662 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
Explore Chicago
Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chicago Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chicago?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chicago is under $790.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago is The Talman Building which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $5,966.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chicago?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,418 regular apartments in Chicago that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chicago?
Cheap apartments in Chicago have an average cost of $456 which is $5,510 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
















