1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (3,318 Rentals)

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AMLI West Loop
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$3,289 - $4,955
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$2,316 - $7,422
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$2,441 - $7,547
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 9

AMLI West Loop

205 S PeoriaChicago, IL 60607
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1001 South State
$2,557 - $3,126
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$2,065 - $7,283
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1001 South State

1001 S State StChicago, IL 60605
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AMLI Lofts
$2,642 - $5,538
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$2,174 - $5,246
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$2,319 - $5,391
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AMLI Lofts

850 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
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1400 Wabash
$2,015 - $2,479
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$1,877 - $7,368
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1400 Wabash

1400 S Wabash AveChicago, IL 60605
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Imprint
$2,469
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$1,706 - $3,672
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Imprint

717 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
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The Van Buren
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$2,406 - $2,637
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$2,346 - $4,665
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The Van Buren

808 W Van Buren StChicago, IL 60607
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30 East Roosevelt
$1,750 - $1,850
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$1,690 - $1,790
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$60

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$1,750 - $1,850
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30 East Roosevelt

30 E Roosevelt RdChicago, IL 60605
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Coeval
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$2,098 - $3,810
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$1,770 - $5,451
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Coeval

51 E 14th StChicago, IL 60605
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The Flamingo Apartments
$1,331 - $1,455
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$1,269 - $2,620
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$1,319 - $2,670
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The Flamingo Apartments

5500 S Shore DrChicago, IL 60637
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Neveseno
$2,157 - $3,257
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$1,917 - $8,500
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Neveseno

1717 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60616
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The Elle Apartments
$2,342 - $2,977
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$1,977 - $7,489
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The Elle Apartments

801 S Financial PlChicago, IL 60605
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1401 S. State
$2,312 - $6,605
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$2,152 - $11,675
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1401 S. State

1401 S State StChicago, IL 60605
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Southwest Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Chicago area of Chicago, IL is found at Cloisters and is listed at 1,100 square feet priced from $2,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Cloistersclo-1b1a1,100 Sq Ft$2,595
5400-5408 S. Ingleside Avenue5400-1b21,018 Sq Ft$1,999
6900 S South Shore Drive1 Bedroom - 1 Bath1,000 Sq Ft$1,275
Burnham PointeResidence 6 & 7 (1BR+Den/1.5BA)963 Sq Ft$2,611
2358 E 70th PlLarge950 Sq Ft$1,450
Arrive South LoopMaxwell925 Sq Ft$2,699
1001 South StateOne Bedroom 01912 Sq Ft$2,988
1000M1H904 Sq Ft$4,142
1021 E 62nd St1 bed 1 Bath900 Sq Ft$1,175
6930-6942 S Crandon Ave1BD/1BA800 Sq Ft$1,200

Cheapest Available Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Chicago of Chicago, IL is the 1 BDR Model starting from $800 at 1155 W 83rd St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Chicago is currently $2,298. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1155 W 83rd St1 BDR$800
7003 S Harper Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$845
7941 S Marquette1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$860
South Shore Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$865
7916 S Drexel1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$880
8000 S Ellis Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$880
7917-7927 S Drexel Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$895
7923 S Phillips Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$895
7031-7033 S Chappel Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$895
8051 S Ingleside Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining$895

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Southwest Chicago, Chicago, IL

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwest Chicago Apartments

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

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southwest Chicago is at 1155 W 83rd St listed at $800.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Chicago is $2,298.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Chicago is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $2,595 at Cloisters.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southwest Chicago is currently 433 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.