
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,000 (258 Rentals) Page 3 of 6


Lake Lane Apartments

8001 S Marshfield

6938-6950 S Jeffery Blvd

Vintage Courtyard

Hyde Park / Kenwood

Sheridan Shores Apartments

1055 W. Catalpa Ave.

73rd St

5451 S Cornell Apartments
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6131 N Winthrop Ave

Ashland Court

6163 N Kenmore Ave

7400-7410 S Chappel Ave

4831 N Kimball Ave

1016 W Hollywood Ave

Pine North

4241-4247 N Hermitage Ave

7903 S Eberhart

The Joseph

Reverend Daniel Alvarez Apartments

8057 S Marshfield

Chicago Lawn Apartments

1203 W Balmoral

211 E 71st

1104 W Columbia

5634 N Kenmore Ave

Columbus Tower

6401 S California

1525 W Estes Ave

301-313 N. Austin Blvd.

NOVO Properties - Chicago

7516-7524 N Seeley Ave

6031 N Kenmore Ave

6301 N Winthrop Ave

6956 N Ashland Blvd

8342 S Ellis Ave

Catherine Courts

6238 S Western

Lakeside 1241

4641 N Paulina St

6910 N Sheridan Rd

1407-1415 W Sherwin Ave

Ridge-Magnolia

1255 W. Bryn Mawr

123 N Central Ave

6904 S Cregier Ave

8256-8258 S Loomis Blvd

5836 W Madison

1466 W Argyle St
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,044 | $595 | $8,604 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,719 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,472 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,960 | $6,700 | $7,350 |
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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 $2,044.
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 492 sq ft.
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