
New Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,800 (364 Rentals)


858 N Franklin

Cortland River North

Solstice on the Park

Clybourn

1338 W Cullerton St

1752 W 18th Pl
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Brand New Lakeview Apartments

Four50 Residences

The Row Fulton Market

3045 W Irving Park Rd

Cascade

2806 W Henderson St, Unit 4

One Chicago

The Hudson

The Residences at NewCity

The Apartments at Lincoln Common
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Niche 905

Sienna Chicago

North Water Apartments

465 North Park

868 N. Wells

The Sinclair

The Van Buren

1023 W Addison St, Unit JR1BD

Aurelien

The Parker Fulton Market
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1111 N Wells St, Unit 302

City Hyde Park

Luxe Logan Square

Porte

1819 Lofts

North Oak Lofts

Aberdeen East

5252

2319-2551 N Southport Ave

369 Grand by Onni
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The Erikson

Moment

Parkline Chicago

The Dylan Chicago

1325 N Wells Apartments

410 W Grand Ave, Unit 2

640 North Wells

The Reed

Residences at 8 East Huron

120 W Chestnut St, Unit 9
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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 | $2,085 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,648 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,212 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,656 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,594 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,249 | $2,200 | $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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- 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 KLEO Art Residences listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a New Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Chicago is $4,221.
What is the largest New Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 6,439 square feet unit starting from $2,151 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 629 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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.