
Gated Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (785 Rentals) Page 2 of 16


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3523 N Racine Ave, Unit 1

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1129 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 1

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3519 N Racine Ave, Unit 1

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3519 N Racine Ave, Unit 1

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3941 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2

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3248 N Clifton Ave, Unit 2

1220 N LaSalle

The Apartments at Lincoln Common

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1903 S Blue Island Ave, Unit 2
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1758 W Montrose, Unit 1

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625 W Belmont Ave

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2209 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 3

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3931 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3

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3939 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2

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3931 N Janssen Ave, Unit 2

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3937 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3

3933-43 N Janssen

Gateway West Loop

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444 N Orleans St
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1412 W Chicago Ave, Unit 3W

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3840 W Diversey Ave, Unit 2

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2211 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 3

The Residences at NewCity

Clark & Orchard Apartments

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4944 S Michigan Ave, Unit 3

1352 W Carmen Ave, Unit 1

1436 Farragut W Ave, Unit 1

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1952 W Wilson Ave, Unit 3

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1636 W Grace St, Unit 3

Arco Old Town

1752 W 18th Pl

3904 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3

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465 North Park

The Belden Stratford

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1429 N Cleaver St, Unit 2F

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3919 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3

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3919 N Janssen Ave, Unit 3

1722 W Ohio St, Unit 2

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233 S Halsted St

ONE333

3710 N Clark St, Unit 3712 2ndfloor

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1428 W Jonquil Ter

1819 Lofts

1338 W Cullerton St

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5937 N Fairfield Ave, Unit G

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1901 S May St, Unit 1

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720 W Gordon Terrace, Unit 5C

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3934 N Sawyer Ave, Unit 1

1900 S Clark St, Unit 305
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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 | $2,030 | $595 | $4,840 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,469 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,020 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,681 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,556 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,130 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,674 | $6,700 | $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 Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+ listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Chicago is $2,727.
What is the largest Gated Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at 2249 W Taylor St, Unit G.
What is the average size for Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Chicago is currently at 786 sq ft.
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