Apartments for Rent in the University Village Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (702 Rentals)

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AMLI West Loop
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$2,437 - $6,170

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Base Rent$2,437 - $6,170

Total Monthly Price$2,437 - $6,170
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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205 S PeoriaChicago, IL 60607
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The Van Buren
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$2,481 - $6,199

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Base Rent$2,481 - $6,199

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Van Buren

808 W Van Buren StChicago, IL 60607
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The Letterman
$1,080 - $2,195

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Base Rent$1,080 - $2,195

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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Letterman

410 S Morgan StChicago, IL 60607
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1001 W 16th St, Unit 1R
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
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1001 W 16th St, Unit 1R

1001 W 16th StChicago, IL 60608
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2020 S Throop St, Unit 2
$2,600

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Base Rent$2,600

Total Monthly Price$2,600
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

2020 S Throop St, Unit 2

2020 S Throop StChicago, IL 60608
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1905 W 19th St, Unit 1
$1,975

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Base Rent$1,975

Total Monthly Price$1,975
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1905 W 19th St, Unit 1

1905 W 19th StChicago, IL 60608
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1073 W Polk St, Unit 2
$4,800

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Base Rent$4,800

Total Monthly Price$4,800
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 15

1073 W Polk St, Unit 2

1073 W Polk StChicago, IL 60607
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1900 S May St, Unit 1F
$1,885

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Base Rent$1,885

Total Monthly Price$1,885
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1900 S May St, Unit 1F

1900 S May StChicago, IL 60608
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1652 S Throop St, Unit 2
$3,150

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Base Rent$3,150

Total Monthly Price$3,150
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1652 S Throop St, Unit 2

1652 S Throop StChicago, IL 60608
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1702 W 19th St, Unit 3
$1,995

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Base Rent$1,995

Total Monthly Price$1,995
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1

1702 W 19th St, Unit 3

1702 W 19th StChicago, IL 60608
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property at 921 S Laflin St
$2,300

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Base Rent$2,300

Total Monthly Price$2,300
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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921 S Laflin St, Unit 02F

921 S Laflin St
ChicagoIL60607
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property at 811 S Lytle St
$2,750

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Base Rent$2,750

Total Monthly Price$2,750
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
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811 S Lytle St, Unit 511

811 S Lytle St
ChicagoIL60607
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property at 1001 W 16th St
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
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1001 W 16th St, Unit 1R

1001 W 16th St
ChicagoIL60608
property at 1224 W Van Buren St
$2,252 - $4,007

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Base Rent$2,252 - $4,007

Total Monthly Price$2,252 - $4,007
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1224 W Van Buren St

ChicagoIL60607
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property at 1250 W Van Buren St
$3,400

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Base Rent$3,400

Total Monthly Price$3,400
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1250 W Van Buren St, Unit 605

1250 W Van Buren St
ChicagoIL60607
property at 1101 W Jackson Blvd
$2,300 - $2,850

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Base Rent$2,300 - $2,850

Total Monthly Price$2,300 - $2,850
Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent
Available Oct 18
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1101 W Jackson Blvd

ChicagoIL60607
property at 1060 W Van Buren St
$2,552

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Base Rent$2,552

Total Monthly Price$2,552
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1060 W Van Buren St, Unit 906

1060 W Van Buren St
ChicagoIL60607
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property at 933 W Van Buren St
$2,695 - $3,750

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Base Rent$2,695 - $3,750

Total Monthly Price$2,695 - $3,750
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933 W Van Buren St

ChicagoIL60607
property at 933 W Van Buren St
$2,850

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Base Rent$2,850

Total Monthly Price$2,850
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 3
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933 W Van Buren St, Unit 302

933 W Van Buren St
ChicagoIL60607

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Village, Chicago, IL

Ranked #34

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Chicago. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call 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 more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the submarkets in Chicago, this residential area is one of the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to highly-rated learning and education resources.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the outdoors? University Village is a highly-rated part of town for its nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood is known as one of the best-regarded high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have furry friends? This neighborhood ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about University Village

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University Village area of Chicago, IL?

As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 702 available University Village apartments priced from $1,030 to $32,165, with an average monthly rent of $2,901.

How much are Studio apartments in University Village?

There are currently 127 Studio Apartments in University Village with rent ranges from $1,656 to $5,374 with an average price of $2,336.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Village Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Village ranges from $1,030 to $6,093 with an average monthly rent of $2,793.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Village cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Village range from $1,570 to $6,805. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,744.

How expensive are University Village Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 154 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Village on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,109 to $8,284 - averaging $2,971 for the location.

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