
Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,300 (1,622 Rentals)


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4031 N Kenmore Apartments

6200-6202 S Whipple St

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4549 N Malden St

6644 S Peoria St, Unit 1a

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4871 N Magnolia Ave

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7717 N Sheridan Rd, Unit #2P

849 W 83rd St, Unit 1
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1525 W Morse Ave, Unit 205

7035 S Ashland Ave, Unit 1

6950 N Ashland Blvd, Unit #403

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5011 N Damen Ave, Unit #17

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7506 S Vernon Ave

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653 E 82nd St, Unit 1W

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8632 S Sangamon St, Unit 1

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8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1

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8038 S Maryland Ave, Unit 3

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1525 W Morse Ave, Unit J09W
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9752 S Avenue J

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4508 N Laporte Ave, Unit Front 1

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5642 W Newport Ave, Unit 3rd Floor

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Beachwalk Apartments

1040 Hollywood

4501-4515 N Malden St

The Bachelor

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4204 N Kimball Ave

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2770 N Milwaukee Ave

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4808 W Barry Ave, Unit 2
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2825 N Burling St, Unit 04

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4614 Paulina N St

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1700 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit S

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4857 N Damen Ave, Unit #4851-307

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4831 N Damen Ave, Unit #4829-412

4831 N Damen Ave

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515 W Belmont Ave

545 W Wellington, Unit A08C

6755 N Sheridan Rd

515 W Melrose St, Unit A05C
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517-25 W. Brompton Ave.

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Times Square Apartments

6900 S South Shore Drive

7251 At Waters Edge

5835 W 63rd St

11 W. Division

The Wilson Club

503 W Belmont Ave, Unit A03C

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501 W Belmont Ave

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503 W Belmont Ave, Unit J08W
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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 Under $1300 | $1,914 | $550 | $5,728 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $2,422 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $2,988 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $3,724 | $755 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $3,304 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $10,050 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $14,054 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 8,394 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $550 to $5,728 with an average price of $1,914.
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 $650 to $15,732 with an average monthly rent of $2,422.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chicago range from $700 to $21,623. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,988.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 4,987 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $755 to $38,481 - averaging $3,724 for the location.
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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
Written by: Nicole Harms
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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