
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL from $400 with Utilities Included (1,058 Rentals) Page 19 of 22
Apartments with Utilities Included.
Cheap Apartments in Chicago.


301 Harrison

1229 S Harlem Ave

102 Rockford Ave

Country Club View Apartments

1000 Austin

Park Lane Apartments

8107 W Grand Ave

700 North Austin Blvd

3111 S Ridgeland Ave

3522-30 Oak Park Ave

4747 19th Street

255 S Maple

1000 N Austin

1022 N. Austin

514 S Austin

Clarence and Van Buren Bldg

432-438 N. Austin Blvd.

7 Van Buren

Riverwood Apartment Homes

300 Madison St

3020 178th St

Windsor Courts

Oak Lawn Apartments

14122 S School St

400 Scoville

206-214 N Austin Blvd

The Ridgeland Station

422-426 S Taylor Ave

4848 W 83rd St

944-964 S. Oak Park Avenue

425-431 N. Humphrey Ave.

996-1012 Main St

930 N Austin Blvd

Riverwalk Senior Residences

1416 Central Ave

3611 Adams Street

905-915 Elmwood

14101 S Atlantic

Harvey

860 Hinman

Harvard Terrace Apartments

2402 North New England Avenue

Kenton House

McLaughlin Apartments

901-911 S Clinton

Clinton Court

432 S Clinton Ave

The Stewart

130 Washington Blvd
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 | $2,061 | $595 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $640 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,716 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,102 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,451 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $19,273 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Top Apartments in Chicago
See all Apartments in ChicagoExplore Chicago
Chicago, IL Area Reviews
Nicole • 4+ years in Chicago
April 10, 2026Big city challenges with traffic but also provides the amenities of the city you can't find elsewhere
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 $726.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago is West Haven Park II - B which is listed at $660, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $2,321.
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 2,611 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 $467 which is $1,854 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

The Windy City Price Tag: Your Complete Guide to the Cost of Living in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
When choosing a place to live, there are many things you must consider. Your employer, your shopping preferences, and even schools are all important to think about. Yet cost of living is also important to know and plan for.

Best Places to Live Near Chicago: 5 Cities That Keep the Windy City Accessible
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, you’re ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago. There’s no denying I love the Windy City. Yet there’s also no denying that rental homes in Chicago can be pricy, small, and hard to find.

Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA
Written by: Nicole Harms
Moving to a new city is always an exciting time, especially one as vibrant and diverse as Chicago. With world-class museums, a breathtaking lakefront, and numerous employment opportunities, there’s much to love about this city.

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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.