
Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 with Utilities Included (1,630 Rentals) Page 2 of 33
Apartments in Chicago where your utility payments are included in your rent.


The Bush Temple

3030 N. Sheridan Road

Alta

3521-29 N. Broadway

656 W Belden Ave

10 E. Ontario St.

Park Boulevard 2B

Sheridan Plaza - 4607 N Sheridan Rd

320 N. Michigan
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The Weyland

531 W. Deming

Total Monthly Price
AMLI 808

The Alfred

District @ Sheridan - 5536 N Sheridan Rd

Lake Shore Plaza

Elm Street Plaza

Total Monthly Price
468 West Melrose

North Wolcott Ave

2330-2338 N Spaulding Ave
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731 Plymouth by 3L Living

2555 N Clark St

Webster House

Wilson Court - 1901 W Wilson Ave

1407 on Michigan

Greenleaf-Paulina Apartments

Total Monthly Price
2677 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Renaissance - 901 W Argyle St

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

4100 N. Marine Dr.
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426 W. Surf

Marina City

Woodlawn Commons

The Belmont by Reside

550 W Arlington

3912-28 N. Pine Grove

Total Monthly Price
7234 S Jeffery Blvd

Lincoln Square Commons - 4759 N Maplewood Ave

Academy at Drexel

Uptown Regency - 5050 N Sheridan Rd
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Reside on Surf

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Emaret at Lincoln Square

West Grace Street

Covington - 4600 N Clarendon Ave

40 East Oak

1347 N Dearborn

2424 N.Clark

5440-42 N Winthrop Ave

820 Michigan by 3L Living
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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 Utilities Included Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in Chicago is at 1121-1123 E 82nd St listed at $550.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in Chicago is $2,043.
What is the largest Utilities Included Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,766 square feet unit starting from $2,301 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
What is the average size for Chicago Utilities Included Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Utilities Included rental in Chicago is currently at 636 sq ft.
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