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$1,547 - $1,796Studio Apartments Available Sep 4
Edge @ Sheridan - 5910 N Sheridan Rd
5910 N Sheridan AveChicago, IL 60660
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL from $400 with Utilities Included (1,076 Rentals) Page 3 of 22
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8524-8532 W Gregory St
8524-8532 W Gregory StChicago, IL 60656
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Loyola Beach Apartments
7064 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60626
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4756 N Maplewood Ave
4756 N Maplewood AveChicago, IL 60625
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$1,550 - $2,3001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
2415-2417 W Birchwood Ave
2415 W Birchwood AveChicago, IL 60645
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14 West Elm Apartments
14 W Elm StChicago, IL 60610
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930 W. Winona
930 W Winona StChicago, IL 60640
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Sheridan Lake - 6401 N Sheridan Rd
6401 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60626
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1100 North Lasalle
1100 N La Salle BlvdChicago, IL 60610
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451 W. Wrightwood
451 W Wrightwood AveChicago, IL 60614
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$1,597 - $2,101Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd
4242 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60613
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1522 N La Salle Dr
1522 N La Salle DrChicago, IL 60610
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850 Argyle Place
840-850 W Argyle StChicago, IL 60640
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Lathrop
2000 W Diversey AveChicago, IL 60647
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4241 Kenmore Apartments
4241 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60613
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25 W Hubbard St
25 W Hubbard StChicago, IL 60654
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Chatelaine Apartments
4911 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640
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935-941 E 81st St
935-941 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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Ingleside Building
8101-8125 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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Belle Plaine Apartments
820 W Belle Plaine AveChicago, IL 60613
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1121-1123 E 82nd St
1121-1123 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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7520 S. Coles Avenue
7516-7524 S Coles AveChicago, IL 60649
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South Beach Apartments
7825-27 South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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3207 N Keating Ave
3207 N Keating AveChicago, IL 60641
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5401 S Ellis Ave
5401 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60615
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Canvas at Leland Plaza
4713 N Western AveChicago, IL 60625
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The Midwest Apartments
3800 W Madison StChicago, IL 60624
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11000 S Michigan Ave
11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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Park Shore View Apartments
7751-7751 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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6957 S Michigan Ave
6957 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60637
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741-53 E 79th St
741-753 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619
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6739 S Jeffery Blvd
6739 S Jeffery BlvdChicago, IL 60649
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7241-7255 S Constance Ave
7241-7255 S Constance AveChicago, IL 60649
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First InSite 8044 S Chatam II
8054 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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South Shore Neighborhood Apartments
7748 S Kingston AveChicago, IL 60649
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First InSite 7959 S Ashland Apartments
7959 S Ashland AveChicago, IL 60620
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1536 E. 83rd Place
1536 E 83rd PlChicago, IL 60619
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7622 N Sheridan Rd
7622 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60626
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7256 S Rhodes Ave
7256 S Rhodes AveChicago, IL 60619
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7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave
7948-7958 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.
7945-7955 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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6314 S Troy St
6314 S Troy StChicago, IL 60629
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963 E 84th St
963 E 84th StChicago, IL 60619
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7451 S Vernon Ave
7451 S Vernon AveChicago, IL 60619
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6945 S Crandon Ave
6945 S Crandon AveChicago, IL 60649
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6838 S Jeffery Blvd
6838 S Jeffery BlvdChicago, IL 60649
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Oglesby Arms
6826 S Oglesby AveChicago, IL 60649
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7600-14 S South Shore Dr
7600-14 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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The Doral
7616 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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8232 S Drexel Ave
8232 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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 | $2,044 | $595 | $8,604 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,719 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,472 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,960 | $6,700 | $7,350 |
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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 $724.
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 $5,106.
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 2,986 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 $515 which is $4,591 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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.