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SoNo East
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$2,309 - $2,803
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$2,444 - $5,285

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840 W Blackhawk StChicago, IL 60642
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1400 Wabash
$2,078 - $2,533
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$2,078 - $7,568

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1400 Wabash

1400 S Wabash AveChicago, IL 60605
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One Six Six
$2,190 - $2,775
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$2,261 - $3,256

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One Six Six

166 N Aberdeen StChicago, IL 60607
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AMLI 808
$2,269 - $4,105
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$2,269 - $6,716

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AMLI 808

808 N Wells StChicago, IL 60610
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Imprint
$2,052 - $2,525
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$2,157 - $13,611

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Imprint

717 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
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Coeval
$1,928 - $2,434
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$1,928 - $5,615

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Coeval

51 E 14th StChicago, IL 60605
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Catalyst
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$2,520 - $2,867
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$2,640 - $6,710

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123 N Desplaines StChicago, IL 60661
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1225 Old Town
$2,395 - $3,088
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$2,395 - $7,205

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1225 Old Town

1225 N Wells StChicago, IL 60610
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Lake and Wells
$2,231 - $3,085
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$2,401 - $4,370

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Lake and Wells

210 N Wells StChicago, IL 60606
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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 $2,020.

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 491 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

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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.

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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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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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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.