
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (74 Rentals)


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561 W 18th St

1624 S Throop St

11 W. Division

18 E. Elm
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1036 N. Dearborn

25 E. Delaware

211 E. Delaware

1164 N Dearborn

768 W. Jackson

McCrory Senior Apartments

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1136 N La Salle Dr

3139 S Parnell Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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2950 S Keeley St, Unit 2, Unit 2

2934 S Keeley St, Unit 2
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2906 S Wells St, Unit 2

463 W 23rd Pl

Sable Coliving

R+D659

600 N Lake Shore Dr

Illume

55 E Erie St

211 E. Ohio St.

1810 S Throop St

1809 S Carpenter St
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1363 W. Walton

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Common Damen

Westhaven Park II - C

707 W 28th St

2001 S State St

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1603 S Wood St

1234 N Cleaver

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Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,388 | $1,245 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,318 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,357 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,590 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,240 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL
South Loop Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Chicago?
There are currently 820 Studio Apartments in Downtown Chicago with rent ranges from $1,245 to $10,150 with an average price of $2,388.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chicago ranges from $1,300 to $11,280 with an average monthly rent of $3,008.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Chicago range from $970 to $18,797. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,318.
How expensive are Downtown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 579 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $999 to $38,481 - averaging $6,357 for the location.
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