
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (126 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
Apartments in Chicago with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


The Westerner

The Nelson

10901 S Vernon 433-35 E 109th Chicago, IL 60628

Archive: Wolcott Terrace - 5017 N Wolcott Ave

9000 S Bishop St Chicago, IL 60620

3449 N Elaine Pl

The Brittany

660 Wrightwood

2417 N Monticello Ave
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4721 S. Ellis Avenue

7657 S East End Ave

4441-4455 N Damen Ave

6230 S Artesian Ave Chicago, IL 60636

Blue and Yellow Apartments

Kenmore + Irving

7948 S Greenwood 7946-7948 S Greenwood Chicago, IL 60619

6101 S Oak Park

3831 N Fremont

Student | Infinite Chicago

801-05 E Drexel Square Chicago, IL 60615

8155 S Ingleside

Linder/Lawrence Apartments

1632 W. Belmont

Darlington Apartments

7655-7657 S Coles Ave

4801 North Ravenswood

839 W. Sheridan

4855 N Kimball Ave

South Shore

7270 S South Shore Dr

5853-5859 S Troy St

1430 N Dearborn St

7110-18 S Ridgeland Ave

The Max Apartments

8001 S Muskegon Ave

8000-02 S. Lafayette Avenue

8109-17 S Ashland Ave Chicago, IL 60620

620 W. Surf

Cicero Senior Lofts

Midway Pointe Senior Residences

1203 W Balmoral

4241-4247 N Hermitage Ave

8101-8107 S Langley Ave

NOVO Properties - Chicago

8045-8049 S King Dr

915 E 83rd St

Roosevelt Place Senior Apartments

7903 S Evans Ave 735-37 E 79th St Chicago, IL 60619

7845 S Colfax
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 | $1,929 | $595 | $8,548 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,482 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,104 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,871 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,499 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,503 | $2,175 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,590 | $2,475 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 8,424 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $170 to $8,548 with an average price of $7,674.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chicago Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chicago ranges from $525 to $13,930 with an average monthly rent of $2,482.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chicago range from $762 to $21,495. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,104.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 4,984 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $883 to $38,481 - averaging $3,871 for the location.
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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.

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.

Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers
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