1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (950 Rentals)

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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 $2,695. 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$2,695
Lofts At River East1 Bedroom Plus Den1,125 Sq Ft$3,600
SKY551Q1,114 Sq Ft$2,764
Hubbard PlaceA9D1,110 Sq Ft$3,755
The StreeterOne Bed W/Den Style (L)1,043 Sq Ft$3,885

Cheapest Available Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Chicago of Chicago, IL is the Garden Apartment Util Included 1bd 1 bath Model starting from $1,150 at 561 W 18th St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Chicago is currently $3,419. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
561 W 18th StGarden Apartment Util Included 1bd 1 bath$1,150
Prairie ShoresClassic 1 Bed 1 Bath$1,252
1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd1 Bed 1 Bath$1,375
Westhaven Park StationOne Bedroom$1,570
Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town1 Bedroom$1,629
Atrium at Old Town ParkConvertible 1 Bedroom$1,643
21st Street Lofts by 3L LivingOne Bed Loft - D$1,694

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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 561 W 18th St listed at $1,150.

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 $3,419.

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 $2,695 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 898 sq ft.

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