
Homes for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,300 (232 Rentals)


2844 W 25th St

2537 E 83rd St

5934 S Kolin Ave

658 E 81st St

2414 W 70th St

4537 S Francisco Ave

6207 S Bishop St

3056 S Keeler Ave

16 E 118th Pl
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950 E 86th St

7019 S Merrill Ave

7832 S Cregier Ave

7951 S Escanaba Ave

7845 S Cornell Ave

3711 N Pine Grove Ave

320 N Pine Ave, Unit 403

4019-27 W Irving Park, Unit 4019 - 307

1407 S Halsted St

5054 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 309
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3940 N Pulaski Rd, Unit B3

6912 N Ashland Ave, Unit 402

1712-20 W Albion, Unit 1716-GDN C

2617-25 W Gunnison, Unit 2619-3H

4019-27 W Irving Park, Unit 4019 - 214

4354-56 N Elston, Unit 4354-306

4477 N Elston Ave, Unit 208

6711 N California Ave, Unit WG

5037 W Montrose Ave, Unit 309

6705 N California Ave, Unit 11-GW
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658 E 81st St

8220 S Langley Ave, Unit 3rd Floor

735 E 88th St, Unit 2R

735 E 88th St, Unit 3F

4423 W Fullerton Ave

658 E 81st St, Unit G

1850 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit 504

8737 S Langley Ave, Unit 2S

1627 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit 4C

4715 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 11S
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661 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 108

1742 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit 603
4602 N Beacon St, Unit 1B

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 615
4616 N Beacon St, Unit 1D

1742 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit 306

6250 W 64th Pl, Unit 101

5619 S Wood St

6250 W 64th Pl

2047 E 68th St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,732 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,960 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,581 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,381 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,610 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 23811 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $43,181. There are also 5446 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $400 to $40,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chicago?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chicago ranges from $400 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,751.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chicago?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chicago range from $695 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,025.
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