
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,700 (868 Rentals) Page 2 of 18


The Winnie

Lathrop

The Draper

348 74TH ST

512-20 W. Cornelia

4600 N Winchester Ave

2256 N. Cleveland

Sheridan Terrace - 6725 N Sheridan Rd

2339 N. Geneva
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Oakdale Terrace - 525 W Oakdale Ave

Dakin Court - 910 W Dakin St

644 W. Surf

540 W. Briar

Edge @ Sheridan - 5910 N Sheridan Rd

620 W. Belmont

Sheridan Glen - 6040 N Sheridan Rd

431 W. Roscoe

Kenmore Place - 6119 N Kenmore Ave

Lakeside Grant Manor
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2738 N. Pine Grove

Sheridan Tower - 5650 N Sheridan Rd

Sheridan Lake - 6401 N Sheridan Rd

Twin Towers Apartments

Hyde Park West

Canterbury Court Apartments

Total Monthly Price
3130 N. Lake Shore Drive

Oglesby Towers Apartments

Ellis Court

530 W. Diversey
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The Lawrence House

Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd

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4700 Lake Park Apartments

Drexel Grand

6751 S Jeffery

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Cornell (The Greenstone)

Eden Commons
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Shorewind Apartments

5957 W Madison

7701 S Stewart

Washington Plaza

Bryn Mawr Belle Shore

South Shore Beach Apartments

3957 W Irving Park Rd

808 W 76th

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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 | $2,026 | $595 | $6,705 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,963 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,015 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,489 | $750 | $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 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 $2,026.
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 488 sq ft.
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