
Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,800 (3,430 Rentals)


Platform 4611 Uptown Chicago

1527 W Pratt Blvd

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5533 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 208, Unit 208

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656 W Grace St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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3248 W 25th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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6337 W Patterson Ave, Unit 6337 W Patterson Ave #2, Unit 6337 W Patterson Ave #2

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1529 W 18th St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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1539 W 19th St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R

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6340 W Belmont Ave
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208 N Kolin Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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6324 W Belmont Ave, Unit J05P, Unit J05P

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2136 W Cermak Rd, Unit 3rd Floor, Unit 3rd Floor

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5742 N Winthrop Ave, Unit O12, Unit O12

2455 W Cortland St

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1412 E Marquette Rd, Unit Unit3, Unit Unit3

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1914 W 21st Plz, Unit 1, Unit 1

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8340 S Manistee Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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2321 W Belmont Ave, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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1954 E 73rd Pl, Unit 1, Unit 1
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1627 N Winchester Ave

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6340 W Belmont Ave

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4226 W Kamerling Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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4023 W Carroll Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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5030 S Archer Ave, Unit 2nd floor, Unit 2nd floor

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6337 W Patterson Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

8522 S Bennett Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

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2113 W Gladys Ave, Unit Unit 4S, Unit Unit 4S

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208 N Kolin Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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5152 N Albany Ave, Unit 2nd floor, Unit 2nd floor
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5078 W Adams St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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931 S Laflin St, Unit Garden, Unit Garden

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5031 W Cullom Ave, Unit First floor, Unit First floor

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4246 N Keeler Ave, Unit Apt B, Unit Apt B

The Seneca Apartments

4611 South Drexel Blvd

517-25 W. Brompton Ave.

North Wolcott Ave

445 W Barry

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2907 N Mildred Ave, Unit 1L, Unit 1L
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2649 N Spaulding Ave

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2219 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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2221 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1056 W Lill Ave, Unit 1056-2, Unit 1056-2

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3302 W Schubert Ave, Unit 1E, Unit 1E

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454 W Barry Ave

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816 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 318, Unit 318

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624 W Roscoe St

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2127 N Dayton St, Unit G3, Unit G3

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2121 N Dayton St, Unit G3, Unit G3
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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 $1800 | $1,925 | $595 | $8,800 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $2,472 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $3,076 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $3,806 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $3,452 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,354 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,159 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 8,424 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $595 to $8,800 with an average price of $1,925.
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 $525 to $11,925 with an average monthly rent of $2,472.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chicago range from $762 to $18,797. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,076.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 5,003 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $883 to $38,481 - averaging $3,806 for the location.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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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.

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