
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,000 (272 Rentals)


5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

Shorewind Apartments

3957 W Irving Park Rd

The Townhouse Apartments

The Boulevard at OC Living

6246 S. King Dr.
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6751 S Jeffery Blvd Chicago, IL 60649

8152 S Evans 714-20 E 82nd Chicago, IL 60619

Jeffery Parkway Apartments

5501 W Washington Blvd Chicago, IL 60644

7715 S South Shore Dr Chicago, IL 60649

4114 W Washington Blvd Chicago, IL 60624

7941 S Marquette

824 E 53rd St

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community
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Lakeside 6241

935 W Agatite Ave, Unit #206

3947 W Irving Park Rd, Unit J09P

6900 N Lakewood Ave, Unit 6916-104

5210 S Woodlawn Ave, Unit #302

3156 W Warren Blvd, Unit 208

3156 W Warren Blvd, Unit 208

6912 N Lakewood Ave, Unit S

4711 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #304

1629 W Morse Ave, Unit #406
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7632 S Stewart Ave, Unit 3D

7449 N Greenview Ave, Unit #212

6916 N Lakewood Ave

6916 N Lakewood Ave

5214 S Woodlawn Ave

6228 S Western Ave

5210 S Woodlawn Ave

9211 S Laflin St

1506 E 67th St

7645 S Cottage Grove Ave
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7106 S Ridgeland Ave

744 W Gordon Ter

3207 N Keating Ave

6173-6179 N Northwest Hwy

1370-1380 W 79th St

5402 W Rice St Chicago, IL 60651

9101-9109 S Beverly Ave

The Sheridan Pratt

Fargo/Campbell

4518-4528 N Damen Ave
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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 | $1,976 | $575 | $5,295 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,427 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,979 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,798 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,935 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,435 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $13,667 | $2,925 | $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 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Chicago is $1,976.
What is the largest available Studio Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $3,000 at 1221 N. LaSalle Lofts.
What is the average size for Chicago Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Chicago is currently 497 sq ft.
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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.

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