
New Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,700 (63 Rentals)


The Teller House

4611 S Ellis Ave

Westhaven Park Station

EDGE on Broadway

The Winnie

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

The 808 Cleveland

Prairie CoLiving

Post Chicago
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McCrory Senior Apartments

Straits Row

626 on the Park

Park Place Apartments

Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

The Boulevard at OC Living

KLEO Art Residences

Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+

6733 S Merrill Ave
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Trianon Lofts

East Village Lofts

Park Boulevard 3B

Harmony Apartments

Pershing Place

Mozart 4401-07 N.

Motif on Belden

MiCA

Fields Lofts

Wicker Park Lofts
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5055 S Dorchester Ave

Thorndale Paulina

Centrum Lakeview Phase II

Montauk

HIGHPOINT Albany Park on Kedzie

The Oasis of Bucktown

4102 N Sheridan Rd

Southport Lofts

Jefferson Park Apartments

Elm 551 at Parkside
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Winthrop 6000

1323 W Morse Ave

The Schoolhouse

Park Station Lofts

Paseo Boricua Arts Building

McCormick CoLiving

The Westerner

The Nelson

The Elevation Lofts

Common Damen
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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 | $2,026 | $595 | $6,705 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,963 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,015 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,489 | $750 | $10,000+ |
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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters
A Local Expert's Guide to The 10 Best Chicago Neighborhoods near Major Local Employers. Find your perfect Chicago, IL apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeLiving.com
Read ArticleA Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Chicago, IL metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Chicago Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Chicago is at Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+ listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a New Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Chicago is $4,154.
What is the largest New Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 4,425 square feet unit starting from $2,258 at 369 Grand by Onni.
What is the average size for Chicago New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Chicago is currently at 638 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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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.

Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers
Written by: Nicole Harms
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.

Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.