
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parc Chesnut Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (79 Rentals)
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Gramercy Row Apartments

Dearborn Plaza

Post Chicago

11 W. Division

1036 N. Dearborn

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL2-ID1396

211 E. Delaware

1164 N Dearborn

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1427 N Dearborn St
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18 E. Elm

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1330 N Dearborn

25 E. Delaware

Park Dearborn

Dearborn North

14 West Elm Apartments

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL5-ID1412

1100 North Lasalle

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245 W North Ave, Unit 105

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1136 N La Salle Dr
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1522 N La Salle Dr

Canterbury Court Apartments

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1120 N. LaSalle

1347 N Dearborn

MDA Apartments

1164 N Dearborn St, Unit 301

1446 N Dearborn Pkwy, Unit C4

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1510 N Dearborn Pky, Unit 107

1504 N Dearborn Pkwy

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL3-ID1236
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1000 N. LaSalle

Axis Apartments and Lofts

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55 W. Chestnut

40 East Oak

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260 E Chestnut St, Unit 2306

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1515 N Fremont St, Unit SI FL6-ID608

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1111 N. Dearborn

244 E. Pearson

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL2-ID1234

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1133 N. Dearborn

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL3-ID1239

Marina City

The Deco North Lake Shore

ONE Old Town Park

1555 N Mohawk St, Unit 3

25 W Hubbard St

North Town Village

1430 N Dearborn St

1504 N Dearborn Pkwy
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Parc Chesnut, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Parc Chesnut?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Chesnut Studio Apartments | $2,522 | $1,195 | $4,672 |
| Parc Chesnut 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,162 | $1,600 | $9,987 |
| Parc Chesnut 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,633 | $2,035 | $10,000+ |
| Parc Chesnut 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,797 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Parc Chesnut 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,197 | $1,374 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Parc Chesnut Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parc Chesnut 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 $1,365. Here are the most affordable Parc Chesnut 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 | $1,365 |
| 1036 N. Dearborn | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| 211 E. Delaware | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| 18 E. Elm | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 25 E. Delaware | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Park Dearborn | Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 1522 N La Salle Dr | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parc Chesnut, IL
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Parc Chesnut area is the $2.50 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at 116-120 Chestnut Properties in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Parc Chesnut apartment is the 1531 N Wells St. Model at 1531 N Wells St starting at $6,400 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Parc Chesnut neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parc Chesnut apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116-120 Chestnut Properties | Four Bedroom | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.50 |
| 1531 N Wells St | 1531 N Wells St. | 4BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| 407 W North Ave, Unit 5E | 407 W North Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 440 N. Wabash Ave. | Two Bedroom 1324 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| The Evergreen Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 211 E Ohio St, Unit 2719 | 211 E Ohio St | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Asbury Plaza | Deluxe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 1111 N. Dearborn | 1-BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Lake Shore Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Maple | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parc Chesnut Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Parc Chesnut?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Parc Chesnut is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Parc Chesnut?
The cheapest apartment in Parc Chesnut is Maple which is listed at $1,230, while the average apartment in Parc Chesnut costs $27,443.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Parc Chesnut?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in Parc Chesnut that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Parc Chesnut?
Cheap apartments in Parc Chesnut have an average cost of $523 which is $26,920 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Parc Chesnut.
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