
Gated Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (781 Rentals) Page 3 of 16


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3934 N Sawyer Ave, Unit 1

1900 S Clark St, Unit 305

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633 W Barry, Unit 2

224 S Ashland

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1023 W Addison St, Unit 1BED

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1240 W Randolph St

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1150 S Michigan Ave

6257 Lakewood

4450 Sheridan Park Apartments

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3542 N Halsted St, Unit 3

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State and Grand

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620 N State St

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1208 W Waveland Ave, Unit 2

1047 W Madison St

Acclaim on North Avenue

3833 N Broadway St

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1 E 8th St, Unit 505

The Scott Residences

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3347 W Crystal St, Unit 1

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2001 W Jarvis Ave, Unit 3

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1903 N Kildare Ave, Unit 2

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3705 W Palmer St, Unit 1

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4215 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2

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423 W Belden Ave, Unit 1

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441 W Belden Ave, Unit 3

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441 W Belden Ave, Unit 9

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421 W Belden, Unit 1

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The Sinclair

2101 Michigan

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1431 N Fairfield Ave, Unit #3

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2505 W Howard St, Unit 409

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1050 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 2

Parkline Chicago

1221 N. LaSalle Lofts

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Roosevelt Collection Lofts

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2012 West Saint Paul Avenue, Unit 209

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1014 W Grace St, Unit 954C102

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934 W Grace St

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1218 W Diversey Pkwy, Unit 1

1604 W Berwyn Ave, Unit 2

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2207 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 3

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1043 W Grace St, Unit 1

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934 W Grace St, Unit 1

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120 W Chestnut St

Flair Tower Apartments

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932 W Grace St

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456 W Barry Ave, Unit 3

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456 W Barry Ave, Unit 5

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936 W Grace St, Unit #E202
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 | $2,031 | $595 | $5,465 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,778 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,062 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,612 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,668 | $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 $2,734.
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 789 sq ft.
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