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Apartments in Chicago with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


8209 S Ellis Avenue (NEW)

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Avers & Lawrence

720 W Gordon Terrace

4501-4515 N Malden St

520 W Belden Ave

The Sherwin at Jarvis Square

1246 W. Pratt
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437-59 W. Belmont Ave.

7334 N Ridge Blvd

536 W. Addison

7333 Ridge

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1251 S Michigan - Senior Living

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Cermak-MASTER

500 W. Fullerton Parkway

6224 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr
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4815 W Monroe

1666 Pratt

11250 S Indiana

The Kenmore Gardens

3834 N Sheffield

8000 S Paulina

7643 S Stewart

8101 S Drexel

330 N Pine

7800 S Laflin Street
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1632 W. Belmont

7925 S Phillips

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6751 S Jeffery

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8001 S Ellis

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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 | $2,046 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $650 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,109 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,761 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,526 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,438 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $11,160 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 8,267 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $170 to $14,710 with an average price of $6,592.
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 $650 to $9,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,495.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chicago range from $850 to $19,651. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,109.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 4,902 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $695 to $38,481 - averaging $3,761 for the location.
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