
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (404 Rentals) Page 6 of 9


3933 N. Clarendon

The Victorian Apartments

George Commons

The Briar

Ivy at Carlson

Hermitage Andersonville

2048 N Cleveland Ave

4735 Beacon

646 W Roscoe St

1145 W Morse Ave

Rogers Park

2801-2809 W Lunt Avenue Apartments

Everett Apartments

2411 West Fitch

5948 W Superior

348 74TH ST

Ivy Kenwood

Blackstone Court

4363 N Kenmore Ave

Ivy Dorchester

6930 N Greenview

511 W Melrose

567 W Stratford Pl

3834 N Sheffield

1063 W. Columbia

1430 N Dearborn St

5200-5206 S Harper Ave

839 W. Sheridan

The Onyx on Carmen

4502-04 N Paulina

5417 Kenmore LLC

4915 S Drexel Apartments

Ivy at Harper

7251-7261 S Phillips Ave

Paseo Boricua Arts Building

Ivy at Fairfax

1632 W. Belmont

1331 W. Loyola

The Windale

640 Briar

Campus Court Apartments

500 W. Fullerton Parkway

1504 N Dearborn Pkwy

The Versailles Apartments

Wilson Uptown LLC

Kenmore

3945-59 N. Janssen Ave.

1135 W. Pratt

Barry Apartments
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 | $2,086 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $800 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,101 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,233 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,294 | $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 $2,086.
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 $3,108 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 499 sq ft.
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