Apartments for Rent in the Central Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (36 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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30 East
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

30 East

30 E Balbo AveChicago, IL 60605
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180 W. Adams
1 Bedroom Apartments

180 W. Adams

180 W Adams StChicago, IL 60603
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Student | ARC
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Student | ARC

407 S Dearborn StChicago, IL 60605
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2001 S State St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2001 S State St

2001 S State StChicago, IL 60616
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Buckingham
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Buckingham

59 E Van Buren StChicago, IL 60605
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525 S. Dearborn St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

525 S. Dearborn St.

525-537 S Dearborn StChicago, IL 60605
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Dwight Building
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Dwight Building

642 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
Student Housing

Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Central Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Chicago

How much are Studio apartments in Central Chicago?

There are currently 54 Studio Apartments in Central Chicago with rent ranges from $1,550 to $6,456 with an average price of $2,492.

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

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Chicago ranges from $1,540 to $9,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,060.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Chicago cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Chicago range from $1,835 to $19,703. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,441.

How expensive are Central Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 57 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,899 to $16,850 - averaging $6,895 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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.

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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.