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Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Chicago area of Chicago, IL is found at Axis Apartments and Lofts and is listed at 1,243 square feet priced from $2,965. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Axis Apartments and LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1,243 Sq Ft$2,965
1235-1257 N Ashland Ave1 bd, 1.5 ba1,163 Sq Ft$3,000
SKY551N Den1,114 Sq Ft$3,058
Hubbard PlaceA9D1,110 Sq Ft$3,707
West77 ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1,099 Sq Ft$2,395
AMLI River NorthB5001,081 Sq Ft$4,222
Lofts At River East1 Bedroom Plus Den1,067 Sq Ft$3,135

Cheapest Available Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Chicago of Chicago, IL is the Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,175 at Prairie Shores. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Chicago is currently $2,897. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Prairie ShoresClassic 1 Bed 1 Bath$1,175
Maple1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,230
Prairie CoLivingPrivate bedroom with en-suite bathroom$1,350
Elm 551 at ParksideOne Bedroom$1,725
The Oliver on LaSalle1X1$1,738
30 East RooseveltER_1x1$1,750

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Chicago with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Chicago is at Prairie Shores listed at $1,175.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chicago is $2,897.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chicago is a 1,243 square feet unit starting from $2,965 at Axis Apartments and Lofts.

What is the average size for Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Chicago is currently 807 sq ft.

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