
Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,400 (4,647 Rentals)


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902 W Montrose Ave, Unit A00C, Unit A00C

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4707 N Albany Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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717 W Roscoe St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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3528 W Palmer St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1411 W Erie St

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1201 W Adams St, Unit 807, Unit 807

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545 N Dearborn St, Unit 2201B, Unit 2201B

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2954 N Kildare Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1820 S Bishop St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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2936 W Touhy Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1425 W Albion Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3840 S Albany Ave, Unit 2 F, Unit 2 F

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3120 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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2338 W 18th Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1210 W Addison St, Unit Garden, Unit Garden

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6354 N Paulina St, Unit GroundLevel, Unit GroundLevel

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1823 W 22nd Plz, Unit First Floor, Unit First Floor

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2807 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 2, Unit 2

5127 W Carmen Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1
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439 W Melrose St, Unit 3C, Unit 3C

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1225 Old Town

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4100 N. Marine Dr.

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3943 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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3902 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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2954 N Seminary Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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515 W Belmont Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

2945 W Diversey Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
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7503 N Eastlake Ter

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730 W Roscoe St, Unit A05C, Unit A05C

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2922 W Logan Blvd, Unit GDN, Unit GDN

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631 W Barry Ave, Unit 204, Unit 204

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2020 W Ainslie St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3531 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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4221 N Paulina St, Unit 2W, Unit 2W

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1110 W Wolfram St, Unit G, Unit G

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555 W Arlington Pl, Unit 209, Unit 209

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2814 N Mozart St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R
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1425 W Hutchinson St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3823 N Drake Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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4861 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 1E, Unit 1E

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1944 W Wilson Ave

1546 W Walton St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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715 W Diversey Pky, Unit 6, Unit 6

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1451 N Dearborn St, Unit E01P, Unit E01P

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837 W Cornelia Ave

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838 W Cornelia Ave, Unit S3, Unit S3

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2945 W Diversey Ave, Unit 2E, Unit 2E
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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 $2400 | $1,947 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2400 | $2,509 | $520 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2400 | $3,117 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2400 | $3,907 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2400 | $3,636 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,811 | $1,405 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,309 | $750 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 8,362 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $550 to $10,150 with an average price of $1,947.
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 $520 to $11,280 with an average monthly rent of $2,509.
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 $18,797. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,117.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 5,005 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $883 to $38,481 - averaging $3,907 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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.

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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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