Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $600 (32 Rentals)

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6739 S Jeffery Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6739 S Jeffery Blvd

6739 S Jeffery BlvdChicago, IL 60649
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8051-8053 S King Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8051-8053 S King Dr

8051-8053 S King DrChicago, IL 60619
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1536 E. 83rd Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1536 E. 83rd Place

1536 E 83rd PlChicago, IL 60619
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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7241-7255 S Constance Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

7241-7255 S Constance AveChicago, IL 60649
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741-53 E 79th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

741-53 E 79th St

741-753 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619
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6957 S Michigan Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6957 S Michigan Ave

6957 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60637
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11000 S Michigan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11000 S Michigan Ave

11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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Canvas at Leland Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canvas at Leland Plaza

4713 N Western AveChicago, IL 60625
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5401 S Ellis Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5401 S Ellis Ave

5401 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60615
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Best Places to Live Near Chicago: 5 Cities That Keep the Windy City Accessible

Looking for a rental near Chicago? These five cities offer excellent options! From small-town charm to excellent business options, you can't go wrong!

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South Beach Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

South Beach Apartments

7825-27 South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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3207 N Keating Ave
Studio Apartments

3207 N Keating Ave

3207 N Keating AveChicago, IL 60641
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1370-1380 W 79th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1370-1380 W 79th St

1370-1380 W 79th StChicago, IL 60620
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7520 S. Coles Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7520 S. Coles Avenue

7516-7524 S Coles AveChicago, IL 60649
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1121-1123 E 82nd St
Studio Apartments

1121-1123 E 82nd St

1121-1123 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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Belle Plaine Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Belle Plaine Apartments

820 W Belle Plaine AveChicago, IL 60613
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Ingleside Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ingleside Building

8101-8125 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA

Moving to Chicago? This essential relocation guide offers a complete checklist for new residents, covering finding the right neighborhood, setting up utilities (ComEd, People’s Gas), and mastering high-rise moving logistics and vehicle registration.

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935-941 E 81st St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

935-941 E 81st St

935-941 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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Chatelaine Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Chatelaine Apartments

4911 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640
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25 W Hubbard St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25 W Hubbard St

25 W Hubbard StChicago, IL 60654
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Southmoor Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Southmoor Apartments

5946 Hohman AveHammond, IN 46320
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Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago

Learn about the best things about living in Chicago from a local in the Insiders Guide to Renting in Chicago. Find your perfect Chicago apartment today!

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Chicago, IL metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Chicago Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago

How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?

There are currently 8,303 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $595 to $9,640 with an average price of $2,030.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chicago Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chicago ranges from $640 to $9,987 with an average monthly rent of $2,473.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chicago range from $762 to $19,228. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,074.

How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 5,034 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $883 to $38,481 - averaging $3,827 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers

Written by: Nicole Harms

Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.