
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,400 (1,239 Rentals)


Shoreham and Tides

Regents Park

4901 S Drexel Blvd Chicago, IL 60615

Post Chicago

Lake Meadows Apartments

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Flora

Noca Blu Apartment Homes

Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago
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Century Tower

21 E Chestnut

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1001 South State

Xavier

The Maynard at 5115 N Sheridan

East Park Tower

River West Lofts

1100 North Lasalle

Shoreland

The Seneca Apartments
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Arrive Streeterville

AMLI Lofts

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Hubbard Place

Coast at Lakeshore East

Echelon Chicago

ReNew Waterside

Aqua at Lakeshore East

Kingsbury Plaza

626 on the Park

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Spoke
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Fisher Building Apartments

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Lawrence Lofts
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Midpointe

The Evergreen Lofts

The Elizabeth Chicago

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1400 Wabash

The Dylan Chicago

The 808 Cleveland

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Imprint

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Coeval

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Elevate Lincoln Park
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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 | $1,947 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $520 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,907 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,811 | $1,405 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,309 | $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 $1,947.
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 474 sq ft.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Written by: Nicole Harms
Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.
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