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6347 N Magnolia Ave

4871 N Magnolia Ave, Unit 410

The Teller House

721 W. Belmont

534 W. Wellington Ave

1327 N Lorel Ave

7817 S South Shore Dr

6735 S Laflin St

5443 N Campbell Ave

4427 N Seeley Ave

5930 N Odell Ave

4653 Malden St

7935 S Ellis Ave, Unit Apt 1

Hollywood Beach

Berteau Manor

2829 N Burling St

2959 N Damen Ave

1727 W Thorndale Ave

3903 W Jackson Blvd

546 W Wellington Ave, Unit A02C

623 W Patterson Ave, Unit A07C

717 W Belmont Ave, Unit 508

737 W Belmont Ave, Unit 214-RA

1044 W George St, Unit #1050-205

501 W Belmont Ave, Unit #505-6D

4857 N Damen Ave, Unit #4851-209

705 W Belmont Ave, Unit #711-508

737 W Belmont Ave, Unit #739-418

727 W Belmont Ave, Unit #418

1100 W George St, Unit #205

701 W Belmont Ave, Unit #508

310 S Springfield Ave

7654 S Colfax Ave

5940 S Marshfield Ave

6901 S Paxton Ave

5801 W Addison St

1658 W Pratt Blvd
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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 | $1,913 | $575 | $7,500 |
| Cheap Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,508 | $740 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,024 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,528 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $13,635 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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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 $788.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago is 7850 S Constance Ave which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $6,044.
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 4,651 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 $457 which is $5,587 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
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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.

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.

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.
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