
Gated Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (383 Rentals) Page 2 of 8


The Heron

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454 W Barry Ave, Unit 5

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910 W George St, Unit STUDIO

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7234 S Jeffery Blvd

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7742 N Eastlake Ter

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419 W Belden Ave, Unit 3

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907 W George St, Unit 3

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703 W Brompton Ave, Unit 3

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419 W Belden Ave, Unit 3
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2907 N Mildred Ave, Unit 3

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7300 N Ridge Blvd, Unit #302

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3034 N Drake Ave, Unit #1R

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437 W Belden, Unit 2

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736 W Addison St, Unit 744-1W

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509 W Briar Pl, Unit #401

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1652 S Ridgeway Ave

Academy at Drexel

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1111 N. Dearborn

Grace Street Towers
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2325 W Marquette rd, Unit 2

8522 S Bennett Ave, Unit #1

Platform 4611 Uptown Chicago

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7431 S Chappel Ave, Unit South shore 2bed 2 bath

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1533 N Rockwell St, Unit 1

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3700 S Michigan Ave, Unit Renovated 2BD/1BA

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2135 S Fairfield Ave, Unit 2

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7914 S Champlain Ave

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1529 S Homan Ave

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2440 W Augusta Blvd, Unit 1 Floor
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544 W Surf St

Pittsfield Apartments

West Grace Street

445 W Barry

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633 W Barry, Unit 1

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910 W George St, Unit 3

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811 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 3

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3825 N Greenview Ave, Unit S

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2909 N Mildred Ave, Unit 2

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910 W George St, Unit 3

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908 W George St, Unit 3

Lincoln Square Commons - 4759 N Maplewood Ave

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55 W. Chestnut

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

3912-28 N. Pine Grove

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6710 S Parnell Ave, Unit 2

District @ Sheridan - 5536 N Sheridan Rd

Axis Apartments and Lofts

The Belmont by Reside

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2756-60 N. Pine Grove
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,024 | $595 | $4,970 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,032 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,672 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,791 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,678 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $15,721 | $6,790 | $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 Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+ listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Chicago is $2,771.
What is the largest Gated Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,650 at 1431 N Fairfield Ave, Unit #3.
What is the average size for Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Chicago is currently at 783 sq ft.
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