
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,000 (272 Rentals) Page 2 of 6


935-941 E 81st St

Mayfair Commons - Senior Community

Ingleside Building

Belle Plaine Apartments

1121-1123 E 82nd St

5401 S Ellis Ave

11000 S Michigan Ave

6957 S Michigan Ave

South Shore Neighborhood Apartments
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7241-7255 S Constance Ave

6739 S Jeffery Blvd

First InSite 7959 S Ashland Apartments

1536 E. 83rd Place

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

6315-6319 S California Ave

7622 N Sheridan Rd

7256 S Rhodes Ave

741-53 E 79th St

7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.
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7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave

7908 S Prairie Ave

6945 S Crandon Ave

963 E 84th St

The Doral

5651 N Christiana Ave

4735-4737 N Malden St

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments

Shore View Apartments

Devonshire Apartments
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2207 E 75th St

3244-3246 N Pulaski Rd

4717 N. Winthrop Apartments

Wilson Apartments

Emerald Tower

6104 S Campbell

5935 N Northwest Hwy

6314 S Troy St

1001-1005 S Mayfield Ave

1600 W Morse Ave
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6618 S Wabash Ave

7808 Southshore

Agatite

913-915 W Sheridan Rd

6830 N Sheridan Rd

4142 N Keystone Ave

Eastwood Apartments

Lunt Street Apartments

9001 S Commercial Ave Chicago, IL 60617

7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619
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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 | $1,951 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $520 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,114 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,914 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,737 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,769 | $1,405 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,935 | $750 | $9,733 |
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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 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living listed at $684.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Chicago is $1,951.
What is the largest available Studio Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 914 square feet unit starting from $3,116 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 475 sq ft.
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