1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (475 Rentals)

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River West, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Largest Available River West 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the River West area of Chicago, IL is found at Hubbard Place and is listed at 1,110 square feet priced from $3,755. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Hubbard PlaceA9D1,110 Sq Ft$3,755
Cobbler Square LoftsFA11,081 Sq Ft$3,425
TRIO ApartmentsOne Bedroom 2A2967 Sq Ft$2,759
FoundryD3965 Sq Ft$3,933
The Residences at NewCityPlan 1B With Den935 Sq Ft$3,643
Cassidy on Canal1 Bedroom 13916 Sq Ft$3,844
Linea Apartments1E915 Sq Ft$3,141
The Gallery on Wells1 Bedroom598 Sq Ft$2,728

Cheapest Available River West 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit River West of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $1,230 at Maple. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in River West is currently $3,518. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Maple1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,230
1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd1 Bed 1 Bath$1,375
Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town1 Bedroom$1,629
Atrium at Old Town ParkConvertible 1 Bedroom$1,643
1100 North Lasalle1 Bedroom$1,715
Elm 551 at ParksideOne Bedroom$1,725
1000 N. LaSalleOne Bedroom$2,099

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
River West, Chicago, IL

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including River West, Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the River West Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom River West Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in River West with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in River West is at Maple listed at $1,230.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom River West Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in River West is $3,518.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom River West Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in River West is a 1,110 square feet unit starting from $3,755 at Hubbard Place.

What is the average size for River West 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in River West is currently 781 sq ft.

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