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


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935 W Belmont Ave, Unit 507, Unit 507

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3313 S Calumet Ave

Aberdeen East

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

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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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932 W Grace St

1000M Apartments

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557 W Arlington Pl, Unit 5, Unit 5

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556 W Arlington Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2

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557 W Arlington Pl, Unit 3, Unit 3

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3351 S Union Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

Kingsbury Plaza

868 N. Wells

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AMLI Lofts

500 Lake Shore Drive

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410 W Grand Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
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Chestnut Place

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3721 W Belden Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3219 W McLean Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

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1123 W Patterson Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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1918 N Wilmot Ave, Unit 3R, Unit 3R

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1302 N Greenview Ave, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

1648 W Jonquil Terrace

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1739 Mozart N St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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900 W Washington Blvd, Unit 32E, Unit 32E
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One Superior Place

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Greenwood Apartments

The Saint Grand

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510 W Surf St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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730 W Roscoe St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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456 W Barry Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5

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3818 N Sheffield Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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548 W Surf St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1435 N Dearborn St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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630 W Wrightwood, Unit 5, Unit 5
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626 W Roscoe St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1253 W Henderson St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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624 W Roscoe St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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2207 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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2207 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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456 W Barry Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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510 W Surf St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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730 W Roscoe St, Unit 1, Unit 1

Ravenswood Terrace

The Van der Rohe
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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 | $1,931 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,487 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,096 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,880 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $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 Gated Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Chicago is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Chicago is $2,717.
What is the largest Gated Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 5,000 square feet unit starting from $5,595 at 2701 W Thomas St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Chicago is currently at 781 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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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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