
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL from $400 with Utilities Included (1,096 Rentals) Page 8 of 22
Apartments with Utilities Included.
Cheap Apartments in Chicago.


3200 W Fulton Blvd

3831 N Fremont

Rosenwald Courts

6818 N Wayne Ave

4956 W Belden Ave

Winchester Suites

wolcott equities

Chatham Neighborhood Apartments

Island Terrace

7800 S Kingston Ave

South Shore Apartments

4423 N Sheridan Rd

Pullman Apartments

8001 S Ellis Ave

7825-7831 S Emerald Ave

The Granada

6725 S Campbell Ave

2600 W Berwyn Ave

4614 N Paulina

7301 N Ridge Blvd

6101 S Oak Park

Ashland Avenue Apartments

4815 N Springfield

1456 W Birchwood

7800 S Laflin Street

3201-3209 N Clark St

Foswyn

7901 S Dobson Ave

5136 S Kimbark Ave

The Bell Shore

1635-1637 W Touhy

8552-8554 S Laflin St

2504 W 63rd St

5545-5551 N Magnolia Ave

Kenmore Manor Apartments

1135 W. Pratt

Damen Ave Apartments

4706 Beacon LLC

6701 N. Glenwood

Artists in Residence I & II

1412 Chase

2840 N Orchard St

South Shore Apartments

Yale Garden Project

1627 N Humboldt Blvd

Kenmore + Irving

Prince Edward Manor

4441-4455 N Damen Ave

Madison Terrace
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 | $1,925 | $575 | $6,511 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $640 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,998 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,251 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,633 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $17,765 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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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 Coleman Place At Legends South which is listed at $170, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $7,901.
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 5,805 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 $503 which is $7,398 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers
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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.