
Gated Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,800 (943 Rentals)


1419 N State Pkwy, Unit 203

1340 N Wolcott Ave, Unit 1

1821 W Leland Ave, Unit 1

4339 S Evans Ave, Unit Unit2

635 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 3

2944 N Halsted St

627 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 3

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 1
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629 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 3

1500 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 201

3755 N Racine Ave, Unit 2C

4505 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 2

4447 N Rockwell, Unit 2

625 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 3

158 W Division St, Unit 2806
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935 W Washington Blvd, Unit 1

4849 N Seeley Ave, Unit 1

215 N Clinton St, Unit 1709

625 W Belmont Ave, Unit 1

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 1

3826 N Fremont St, Unit 1

2031 W Moffat St, Unit 1

604 W Surf St, Unit 2900-604-3

Chateau on Wells
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3551 W Wolfram St, Unit 2F

3840 W Diversey Ave, Unit 2

1448 N Leavitt St, Unit 1F

3519 N Racine Ave, Unit 1

3523 N Racine Ave, Unit 1

1338 W Cullerton St

2238 N Sawyer Ave, Unit 1

1009 W Lawrence Ave, Unit C

2850 N. Clark Street Apartments

The Row Fulton Market

918 N Paulina St, Unit 2

3939 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2
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3943 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2BD

3935 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2

1911 W Addison St, Unit 1

3931 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3

3943 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2

1911 W Addison St, Unit 1

34 N Sangamon St, Unit 1

1432 W Farragut Ave, Unit 2A

1432 W Jonquil Terrace, Unit 2
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 | $2,084 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,654 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,671 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,177 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,970 | $4,795 | $6,795 |
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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
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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 $575.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Chicago is $2,616.
What is the largest Gated Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 4,375 square feet unit starting from $1,896 at ONE Old Town Park.
What is the average size for Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Chicago is currently at 784 sq ft.
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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.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.