
Gated Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,300 (97 Rentals)


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5859 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #207

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1523 W Morse Ave, Unit #3

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8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1 - First Floor

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2742 S Millard Ave

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6950 N Ashland Blvd, Unit #302
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5437 S Laflin St, Unit 2R

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5628 W Eastwood Ave, Unit G

The Flamingo Apartments

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2251 S California Ave, Unit 3R

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245 W North Ave, Unit 108

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652 W Sheridan Rd, Unit #506

Eden Commons

641 W. Aldine

The Edison

632 W. Addison
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5939 N Northwest Hwy, Unit #1B

1940 N. Lincoln

2358 E 70th Pl

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1633 E 74th St

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6106 N Kenmore Ave, Unit #30

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The Onyx on Sheridan

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Lake Grove Village
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Winthrop Terrace

Greenview Apartments

1624 S Throop St

Southland Village

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1110 W Rosemont Ave, Unit #602

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4149 S Maplewood Ave, Unit 1 Back

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5425 N Kenmore Ave

Oglesby Towers Apartments

3838 N. Broadway
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The Lawrence House

The Vivian

1628 Sherwin

Prairie Shores

Cornell (The Greenstone)

721 W. Belmont

Sheridan Apartments

424 W. Diversey

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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 | $1,981 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,098 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,879 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,461 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,618 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,101 | $750 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Chicago is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Chicago is $2,708.
What is the largest Gated Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 5,000 square feet unit starting from $5,595 at 2701 W Thomas St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Chicago is currently at 776 sq ft.
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