
New Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,500 (362 Rentals) Page 4 of 8


Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

The Boulevard at OC Living

KLEO Art Residences

Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+

4029 South Calumet Avenue

6227 St. Lawrence

1935 S Canalport Ave

6733 S Merrill Ave

5689 N Lincoln Ave

Reside on Jackson

1613 W Belmont Ave

1636 N Western Avenue

1337 W. Walton

3118 N Greenview

Lincoln 1955 N

The Grand Logan Lodge

Abode 1214

No. 508

2405 W Hutchinson St

Optima Lakeview

Optima Signature

851 West

4725 N Western Ave

Wells Place Apartments

Solstice on the Park

HIGHPOINT West Loop

1606 S Ashland Ave

1318 N Western Ave

3207 N Lawndale Ave

2535-41 N. Campbell

HIGHPOINT Wicker Park

3101 N Milwaukee Ave

Southport Gateway Apartments

1647 N. Milwaukee

2145 S. Halsted

Duet

2823 W Belmont Ave

Lincoln Flats

Sienna Chicago

OA Lux

6700NORTH

Logan Square Apartments

Viridian on Sheridan

Residences at Addison Clark

2124 S Halsted

Wolf Point East

Gild

The Grace
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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 | $2,026 | $595 | $6,705 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,963 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,015 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,489 | $750 | $10,000+ |
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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 Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+ listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a New Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Chicago is $4,157.
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 $2,258 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 638 sq ft.
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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
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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.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.