
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (58 Rentals)
Apartments in Chicago with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Clarendon Shores

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5530 N Major Ave, Unit 2

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468 West Melrose

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5651 N Ashland Ave

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5644 N Clark St

3130 N. Lake Shore Drive

812 W Waveland Ave, Unit 14

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6231 N Kenmore Ave

6154 S Rockwell St
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500 W. Belmont

8043 S Maryland Ave

1160 N Dearborn St, Unit 212

2630 N. Hampden Court

641 W. Aldine

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6022 N Winthrop Ave

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5863 N Kenmore Ave

4735 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 407

515 W. Barry

Academy at Drexel
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515 W. Briar

537 W. Melrose

Gramercy Row Apartments

6900 S South Shore Drive

632 W. Addison

536 W. Addison

1940 N. Lincoln

544 W. Melrose

Wyndham Apartments

4542 N Damen Ave, Unit 210
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503 W Belmont Ave, Unit 5i

1049 W. Oakdale

450 W. Melrose

455 W. Wellington

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3332 W 38th St, Unit BSMT

Park Apartments

3510 N. Pine Grove

7501-7509 S Stewart Ave

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422-24 Melrose

596 W. Hawthorne

Park Place Apartments

Plaisance Apartments

The Edison

Lake Meadows Apartments

8201 S Ada St

829 Foster St.

Forest Cove Apartments

1940 Sherman Ave.
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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 | $1,916 | $550 | $6,511 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,444 | $588 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,955 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,758 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,237 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,547 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $15,545 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Chicago is at 8201 S Ada St listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Chicago is $2,946.
What is the largest Rent Specials Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 3,046 square feet unit starting from $2,475 at 1000M.
What is the average size for Chicago Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Chicago is currently at 648 sq ft.
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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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
