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Riverdale Apartments

Sunset Lake

3901 W 124th St

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313 Custer Ave, Unit 2

3913 W 124th Pl

1919 Grove Ave

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

Heritage Senior Apartments - 55 and over

Mont Clare

Pleasant Oak

1409 S Central Ave

8640 S 82nd Ct

3230 Home Ave

7520 W Grand Ave

833 Hamlin St

The Banc Hammond

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Chateau Royale

Elmhurst Terrace

219 Fernwood St

1941 Grove Ave

1929 Grove Ave

1213 34th Ave

1913 Canal St

8817 S Roberts Rd

1847 Canal St

7819 Rutherford Ave

3125-3129 S Harlem Ave

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1824 Oak Park Ave, Unit First Floor

Manchester Court Apartments

Scenic Tree Rentals

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7308 W North Ave

Green Oaks Apartments

305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph St.

Boulevard North Townhomes

Bernice Homes

1116 Washington - Oak Park

Hollywood Manor Townhomes

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12954 Maple Ave, Unit 2

Perry Grove Apartments

8800 W 76th Pl

3406 Warren Ave

Oak Park Residence Corporation

The Eclipse at 1450

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Main Station Apartments

415-425 S. Taylor Ave.

The Element

1410 Chicago

Regents Park Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,927 | $575 | $6,715 |
| Cheap Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,453 | $450 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,025 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,791 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,109 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,620 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,547 | $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 $715.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago is Westhaven Park II - C which is listed at $754, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $7,666.
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 5,594 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 $492 which is $7,174 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.
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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.

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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
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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
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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.
