
Homes for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (953 Rentals)


307 S Springfield Ave

8000 S Pulaski Rd

208 N Waller Ave

10434 S Wentworth Ave

2552 W Rascher Ave

5115 S Laflin St

10542 S Ave L

4133 W Carroll Ave

4052 W Arthington St
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438 N Harding Ave

1214 W Jarvis Ave

5335 N California Ave

2744 N Laramie Ave

8000 S Hermitage Ave

752 E 43rd St

9058 S Loomis St

5415 S Hoyne Ave

3016 S Throop St

1515 W Morse Ave
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1445 S Kostner Ave

8125 S Escanaba Ave

5231 S Michigan Ave

6300 W Irving Park Rd

7308 S Kenwood Ave

7947 S Escanaba Ave

2053 N Kenneth Ave

6918 S Talman Ave

1630 S Washtenaw Ave.

1343 W 80th St
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8003 S Ada St

6345 N Washtenaw Ave

3534 W 26th St

940 W 31st Pl

7323 S Yates Blvd

2724 W Gregory St

5647 W Washington Blvd

7704 S Aberdeen St

7524 N Ridge Blvd

7854 S South Shore Dr
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1515 W Morse Ave, Unit 211

1828 W Lawrence Ave, Unit 4809-GA

5446 N Elston Ave, Unit 2N

6345 N Washtenaw Ave

8406 S Peoria St

5301 N Ashland Ave

1747 W Devon Ave

2812 E 76th St

1515 W Morse Ave

1515 W Morse Ave
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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 | $2,722 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,034 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,834 | $610 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,166 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,155 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,200 | $4,900 | $5,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24769 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $77,776. There are also 6111 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $525 to $58,000.
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 $525 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,660.
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 $740 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $525 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $610 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,040.
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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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Written by: Trey Huguley
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