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61 W Erie StChicago, IL 60654
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25 E Delaware PlChicago, IL 60611
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61 W Erie StChicago, IL 60654
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1136 N La Salle DrChicago, IL 60610
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55 W Chestnut StChicago, IL 60610
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300 N State StChicago, IL 60654
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102 W Chicago AveChicago, IL 60654
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750 N Dearborn StChicago, IL 60654
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637-643 N Wells StChicago, IL 60654
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320 N Michigan AveChicago, IL 60601
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River North, Chicago, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River North Studio Apartments | $2,657 | $1,324 | $9,999 |
| River North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,243 | $1,500 | $6,759 |
| River North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,881 | $2,840 | $10,000+ |
| River North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,651 | $5,090 | $10,000+ |
| River North 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,592 | $1,394 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available River North Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the River North area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Gramercy Row Apartments priced from $1,324. Marina City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable River North apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Gramercy Row Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S7 | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
| Marina City | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Bush Temple II | M-A8 | Studio,1BA | $2,044 |
| Asbury Plaza | Convertible | Studio,1BA | $2,073 |
| 640 North Wells | Studio 04A | Studio,1BA | $2,123 |
| 320 N. Michigan | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
| 100 W. Chestnut | 1-BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,177 |
| The Gallery on Wells | gastd10b | Studio,1BA | $2,266 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River North, IL
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the River North area is the $3.13 price per square foot 3-BR/2.5BA Model at 750 N. Rush in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $5,670. The second greatest value River North apartment is the Two Bedroom 1324 sq ft Model at 440 N. Wabash Ave. starting at $3,200 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 750 N. Rush | 3-BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.13 |
| 440 N. Wabash Ave. | Two Bedroom 1324 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| 10 E. Ontario St. | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 545 N Dearborn St, Unit 2201 | 545 N Dearborn St | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| 303 W Ohio St, Unit Silver Tower | 303 W Ohio St | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| 745 N Dearborn St | 745 N Dearborn St | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 545 N Dearborn St, Unit 2201B | 545 N Dearborn St | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Chestnut Place | BE | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 100 W. Chestnut | 1-BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Asbury Plaza | Convertible | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River North Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in River North?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in River North is under $2,266.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River North?
The cheapest apartment in River North is 100 W. Chestnut which is listed at $2,177, while the average apartment in River North costs $3,151.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River North?
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 18 regular apartments in River North 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 River North?
Cheap apartments in River North have an average cost of $497 which is $2,654 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River North.
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