
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Magnificent Mile Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (106 Rentals)
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Gramercy Row Apartments

1164 N Dearborn

1160 N Dearborn St, Unit 212

1154 N Dearborn St, Unit 411

14 West Elm Apartments

1427 N Dearborn St, Unit 608

1337 N Dearborn St, Unit A06C

1164 N Dearborn St

1100 N La Salle Dr
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25 E. Delaware

1330 N Dearborn

Canterbury Court Apartments

188 N Wells St

1140 N La Salle Dr

21 E Chestnut St

188 N Wells St

1100 North Lasalle

52 W Elm St, Unit 1102

40 East Oak
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210 N Wells St

61 W Erie St

Dearborn North

Pittsfield Apartments

440 N. Wabash Ave.

680 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 2307

The Seneca Apartments

343 W Schiller St

77 W Huron St

61 W Erie St
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Axis Apartments and Lofts

61 W Erie St

1350 N Dearborn, Unit 203

Than Tower

445 E Ohio St

1400 N Lake Shore Dr

211 W Scott St

MDA Apartments

175 E Delaware Pl

20 E Scott
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21 E Chestnut St

The Deco North Lake Shore

The Ardus

1229 N Dearborn St

215 W Lake St

118 W Chicago Ave, Unit 1

1111 N. Dearborn St.

The Bush Temple

102 W Chicago Ave, Unit S

110 W Chicago Ave, Unit S
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Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Magnificent Mile?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnificent Mile Studio Apartments | $2,481 | $1,105 | $5,253 |
| Magnificent Mile 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $1,530 | $9,750 |
| Magnificent Mile 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,485 | $1,980 | $10,000+ |
| Magnificent Mile 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,731 | $2,220 | $10,000+ |
| Magnificent Mile 4 Bedroom Apartments | $20,522 | $7,935 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 106 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Magnificent Mile Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Magnificent Mile Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Magnificent Mile area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple priced from $1,230. 11 W. Division has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,345. Here are the most affordable Magnificent Mile apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| 11 W. Division | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| 1164 N Dearborn | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Gramercy Row Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S15 | Studio,1BA | $1,379 |
| 211 E. Delaware | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,415 |
| 1036 N. Dearborn | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Magnificent Mile, IL
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Magnificent Mile area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2br/2ba Model at 1154 N Dearborn St in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $3,185. The second greatest value Magnificent Mile apartment is the 2BR / 2BA Model at DEARBORN DISTRICT starting at $3,185 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Magnificent Mile apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1154 N Dearborn St | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| DEARBORN DISTRICT | 2BR / 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| 1221 N. LaSalle Lofts | StoreFront | Studio ,2BA | $2.00 |
| Columbus Plaza | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 706 N Wells St, Unit 2nd floor | 706 N Wells St | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 10 E. Ontario St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 1443 N Dearborn St, Unit 1BD | 1443 N Dearborn St | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Lakeside 800 | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| 50 W Randolph St, Unit 905 | 50 W Randolph St | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Maple | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Magnificent Mile Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Magnificent Mile?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Magnificent Mile is at 11 W. Division listed at $1,345.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Magnificent Mile Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Magnificent Mile Apartment is $1,230 at Maple.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Magnificent Mile Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Magnificent Mile is starting from $2,395 at Pittsfield Apartments.
What is the most affordable Magnificent Mile Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Magnificent Mile Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeside 800 and starts from $2,220.
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