
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (39 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.


The 808 Cleveland

Hyde Park West

5405-5407 S. Woodlawn Avenue

Berteau Manor

6900 S South Shore Drive

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6513 S Harvard Ave, Unit Garden Apt

Straits Row

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4542 N Damen Ave, Unit 412
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503 W Belmont Ave, Unit 4G

Wyndham Apartments

Ellis Court

Clarendon Shores

Post Chicago

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The Trilogy at Hyde Park

The Edison

641 W. Aldine

Drexel Grand
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The Pavilion Apartments

Mayfair Apartments

7501-7509 S Stewart Ave

626 on the Park

Plaisance Apartments

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2843 S Kildare Ave, Unit Attic, Separate Unit

824 E 53rd St

8201 S Ada St

Terraces of Elk Grove
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The Eclipse at 1450

Elmhurst Terrace

Boulevard North Townhomes

Green Oaks Apartments

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Orion Prospect

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

The Banc Hammond

Mont Clare

Sunset Lake
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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 | $2,044 | $595 | $8,604 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,719 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,472 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,960 | $6,700 | $7,350 |
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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 $3,043.
What is the largest Rent Specials Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 3,043 square feet unit starting from $3,095 at 5715-5725 S. Kimbark Avenue.
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 615 sq ft.
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