
New Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,500 (267 Rentals) Page 2 of 6


Four50 Residences

Eight O Five

6 Corners Lofts

731 Plymouth by 3L Living

Neveseno

JeffJack Apartments

The Base

Westerly

Gateway West Loop
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1000 South Clark

Moment

Park Boulevard 2B

Lofts At River East

The Cooper

Luxe on Madison

The Raven Residences

Xavier

One Six Six

EMME
Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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The Jax

Solverre

Luxe Logan Square

Seven 10 West

Eight Eleven Uptown

The Elle Apartments

858 N Franklin

1400 Wabash

The Eagle Building - 3833 N Broadway

The Grand Central

Upshore Residences

Inspire West Town

ONE Old Town Park

The Ardus

1407 on Michigan

Panorama

AM1980

Coeval

1935 S Canalport Ave

Noca Blu Apartment Homes

330 S. Wells St

820 Michigan by 3L Living

4611 S Ellis Ave

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

5139 N Broadway St

The Heron

The June

Platform 4611 Uptown Chicago

Verdant Apartments

The Teller House
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 | $1,919 | $575 | $7,502 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,515 | $740 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,885 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,696 | $1,925 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $13,658 | $950 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about New Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Chicago is at 5401 Cornell by 3L Living listed at $919.
How much is the average rent for a New Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Chicago is $3,997.
What is the largest New Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 4,425 square feet unit starting from $2,281 at 369 Grand by Onni.
What is the average size for Chicago New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Chicago is currently at 645 sq ft.
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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
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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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