
Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,300 with Utilities Included (1,421 Rentals) Page 2 of 29
Apartments in Chicago where your utility payments are included in your rent.


Academy at Drexel

Uptown Regency - 5050 N Sheridan Rd

Emaret at Lincoln Square

West Grace Street

Reside on Surf

40 East Oak

Covington - 4600 N Clarendon Ave

Axis Apartments and Lofts

1347 N Dearborn
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2424 N.Clark

5440-42 N Winthrop Ave

820 Michigan by 3L Living

Grace Street Towers

8614 W Berwyn Ave

The Draper

Keystone Place Apartments

Kenmore Place - 6119 N Kenmore Ave

6031 N Paulina St

2936 W Palmer St
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244 E. Pearson

Lathrop

850 Argyle Place

1522 N La Salle Dr

4241 Kenmore Apartments

Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd

2850 N. Sheridan

1100 North Lasalle

930 W. Winona

540 W. Briar
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5726 N. Winthrop

14 West Elm Apartments

4756 N Maplewood Ave

512-20 W. Cornelia

2415-2417 W Birchwood Ave

Loyola Beach Apartments

8524-8532 W Gregory St

Sheridan Lake - 6401 N Sheridan Rd

2339 N. Geneva

Edge @ Sheridan - 5910 N Sheridan Rd
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451 W. Wrightwood

Reside on Clarendon

Park Dearborn

4031 N Kenmore Apartments

4614 N Paulina

1164 N Dearborn

828 W. Fullerton

Oakdale Terrace - 525 W Oakdale Ave

426 W. Surf

18 E. Elm
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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 | $2,029 | $595 | $6,705 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,470 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,808 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,898 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,014 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,516 | $750 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Utilities Included Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in Chicago is at 1121-1123 E 82nd St listed at $550.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in Chicago is $2,032.
What is the largest Utilities Included Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,766 square feet unit starting from $2,480 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
What is the average size for Chicago Utilities Included Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Utilities Included rental in Chicago is currently at 639 sq ft.
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