
Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,600 (4,911 Rentals)


1553 N Wells St

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935 W Belmont Ave, Unit 507, Unit 507

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3313 S Calumet Ave

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1204 Addison W St, Unit 3W, Unit 3W

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5741 S Calumet Ave, Unit Washington park 5bed/3bath Duplex, Unit Washington park 5bed/3bath Duplex

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5741 S Calumet Ave, Unit 5741 S. Calumet, Unit 5741 S. Calumet

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1645 N Bell Ave, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2

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931 W Belmont Ave, Unit 408, Unit 408

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672 W Sheridan Rd, Unit A01C, Unit A01C
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2825 N Rockwell St, Unit Unit G, Unit Unit G

Aberdeen East

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Elevate Lincoln Park

2516-2526 N Kedzie Blvd

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2456 N California Ave, Unit 2F, Unit 2F

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3763 N Sheffield Ave, Unit 954G102, Unit 954G102

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3321 N Lakewood Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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932 W Grace St

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939 W Grace St, Unit 101, Unit 101

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934 W Grace St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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2811 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 3, Unit 3

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1110 W Wolfram St, Unit G, Unit G

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1050 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 402, Unit 402

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1251 W Henderson St, Unit 3323-3, Unit 3323-3

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2130 W Concord Pl, Unit 1R, Unit 1R

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3144 N Oakley Ave, Unit 2CH, Unit 2CH

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3825 N Greenview Ave, Unit 3E, Unit 3E

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5528 W Gettysburg St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3144 N Oakley Ave, Unit M09H, Unit M09H

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1919 W Winona St, Unit 1929-1, Unit 1929-1
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2320 N Southport Ave

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1214 W Wrightwood Ave

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936 W Grace St, Unit #F102, Unit #F102

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2909 N Mildred Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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2907 N Mildred Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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4806 N Paulina St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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1454 N Kedzie Ave, Unit CH1, Unit CH1

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556 W Arlington Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2

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4946 N Ridgeway Ave

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2207 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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5208 N Sawyer Ave, Unit M08R, Unit M08R

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5208 N Sawyer Ave, Unit M04H, Unit M04H

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2217 W Eastwood Ave, Unit J03P, Unit J03P
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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 $2600 | $1,931 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2600 | $2,487 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2600 | $3,096 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2600 | $3,880 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2600 | $3,485 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,684 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,915 | $4,150 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 8,246 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $600 to $9,940 with an average price of $1,931.
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 $11,280 with an average monthly rent of $2,487.
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 $3,096.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 4,978 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $883 to $38,481 - averaging $3,880 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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