
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,800 (941 Rentals) Page 2 of 19


4521 N. Malden St.

Gramercy Row Apartments

7251 At Waters Edge

924 W Newport Ave

641 W. Aldine

1363-67 E. 53rd St.

424 W. Oakdale Ave.

Mayfair Apartments

1628 Sherwin
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The Sovereign

1155 W 83rd St

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Plaisance Apartments

The Wilmore

The Draper

348 74TH ST

512-20 W. Cornelia

4600 N. Winchester / 1940-54 W. Wilson

530 W. Diversey
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422-24 Melrose

2256 N. Cleveland

55 W. Chestnut

350 - 3161 North Cambridge, LLC

Sheridan Terrace - 6725 N Sheridan Rd

Oakdale Terrace - 525 W Oakdale Ave

644 W. Surf

Dakin Court - 910 W Dakin St

Edge @ Sheridan - 5910 N Sheridan Rd

Sheridan Glen - 6040 N Sheridan Rd
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620 W. Belmont

431 W. Roscoe

Kenmore Place - 6119 N Kenmore Ave

The Del Prado

Lakeside Grant Manor

2738 N. Pine Grove

Sheridan Tower - 5650 N Sheridan Rd

Sheridan Lake - 6401 N Sheridan Rd

Twin Towers Apartments

3130 N. Lake Shore Drive
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1111 N. Dearborn

Oglesby Towers Apartments

Canterbury Court Apartments

The Winnie

Ellis Court

Drexel Grand

7701 S Stewart

540 W. Briar

The Lawrence House

Cornell (The Greenstone)
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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 | $1,988 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,854 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,443 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,474 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,142 | $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 $1,988.
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 484 sq ft.
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