1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (3,637 Rentals)

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Northwest Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Northwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Circle Court1 bed + Den 1.5 Bath1,100 Sq Ft$1,550
1781 W Altgeld St1781 Altgeld1,050 Sq Ft$1,500

Cheapest Available Northwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Northwest Chicago of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model starting from $1,025 at 5957 W Madison St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Northwest Chicago is currently $2,053. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
5957 W Madison St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,025
310 N Menard1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,070
3600 W Franklin Blvd1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment$1,075
902-910 N. Austin Blvd. and 4-10 Iowa St.4 Iowa L & 8 Iowa M$1,075
Washington Plaza1 Bedroom Apartment$1,115
5001 W Adams St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,130
3957 W Irving Park Rd1 Bed$1,195

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Illinois including Northwest Chicago, Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Northwest Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Northwest Chicago with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Northwest Chicago is at 5957 W Madison St listed at $1,025.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Northwest Chicago Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Chicago is $2,053.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Northwest Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Northwest Chicago is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,550 at Circle Court.

What is the average size for Northwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Northwest Chicago is currently 792 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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