
Studio Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,500 (1,216 Rentals) Page 12 of 25


2057 W Dickens Ave

445 W Barry Ave

518 W Cornelia Ave

516 W Cornelia Ave

2844 N Orchard St

723.5 W Barry Ave

1948 W Wilson Ave

857 W Cornelia Ave

857 W Cornelia Ave

663 W Grace St

432 W Surf St

4407 N Wolcott Ave

4415 N Wolcott Ave

2102 W Ainslie St

4737 N Hermitage Ave

1347 N Dearborn St

1344 N Dearborn St

2827 N Burling St

4631 N Paulina St

2420 N Kedzie Blvd

2844 N Orchard St

2846 N Orchard St

2904 N Mildred Ave

4037 W Melrose St

4415 N Wolcott Ave

2902 N Mildred Ave

2904 N Mildred Ave

5021 N Damen Ave

688 N LaSalle St

900 W Washington Blvd

2150 N Elston Ave

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1515 N Fremont St

347 W Chestnut St

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61 W Erie St

6039 N Kenmore Ave

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1000 S Michigan Ave

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60 E Randolph St

856 N Wells St

347 W Chestnut St

1100 W Roscoe St

535 W Briar Pl

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188 N Wells St

5746 N Sheridan Rd

740 N Aberdeen St

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1407 S Michigan Ave

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1407 S Michigan Ave

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200 E Chestnut St

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200 E Chestnut St

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500 N Lake Shore Dr
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 | $1,945 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,426 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,977 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,392 | $750 | $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 $1,945.
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 476 sq ft.
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