
Furnished Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (79 Rentals)


626 on the Park

Kingsbury Plaza

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AMLI West Loop

Sentral Michigan Avenue

21 E Chestnut

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AMLI Lofts

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AMLI River North

Winthrop Terrace

500 Lake Shore Drive
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5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

Straits Row

Asbury Plaza

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1401 S. State

Marina City

Alta

Arc at Old Colony

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

1407 on Michigan
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Canterbury Court Apartments

1522 N La Salle Dr

The Draper

Cornell (The Greenstone)

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5326 N Winthrop Ave

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1400 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit GO FL5-ID916

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1035 W Van Buren St, Unit SI FL11-ID751

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL8-ID253

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL16-ID248

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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL34-ID239

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1035 W Van Buren St, Unit SI FL14-ID396

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL19-ID701

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601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI FL8-ID1307

1529 N Fremont St, Unit 310

1529 N Fremont St, Unit 411
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1529 N Fremont St, Unit 304

1529 N Fremont St, Unit 217

1529 N Fremont St, Unit 409

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555 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI ID1504154P

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17 S Wabash Ave, Unit SI ID1504146P

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL3-ID1402

347 W Chestnut St, Unit 2506

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601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI FL10-ID1309

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL2-ID1396

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1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL9-ID1350
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,069 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $800 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,102 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,788 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,402 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,484 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $11,716 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Chicago is at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Chicago is $2,069.
What is the largest available Studio Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,188 square feet unit starting from $2,898 at Cobbler Square Lofts.
What is the average size for Chicago Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Chicago is currently 500 sq ft.
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