
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,313 (132 Rentals)


The Draper

Lawrence Lofts

Dakin Court - 910 W Dakin St

5020 N Sheridan Rd

4547 N Dover St, Unit 4547-3C
4612 N Beacon St, Unit 4612-3A

4547 N Dover St

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4555 N Malden St

846 W Montrose Ave, Unit 203
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846 W Montrose Ave, Unit 407

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4536 N Dover St, Unit #1A
4612 N Beacon St, Unit 3A

4547 N Dover St, Unit 2D

4547 N Dover St, Unit 3C

The Onyx on Sheridan

930 W. Winona

The Wilson Club

4700 N Racine Ave, Unit 206

4700 N Racine Ave, Unit 306
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1480 W Winnemac Ave, Unit 3

4501 Malden St, Unit 4501-1A

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 612

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 216

4501 Malden St, Unit 3A

910 W Dakin St, Unit 912-104

850 Argyle Place

5326 N Winthrop Ave

The Maynard at 5115 N Sheridan

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 312
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910 W Dakin St, Unit 914-214

4706 N Racine Ave, Unit 1E

4706 N Racine Ave, Unit 16-3E

910 W Dakin St, Unit 301

910 W Dakin St, Unit 916-318

910 W Dakin St, Unit 916-116

910 W Dakin St, Unit 916-117

755 W Buena Ave, Unit 302

817 W Lakeside Place

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901 W Argyle St, Unit 3I

Covington - 4600 N Clarendon Ave

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 512

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 215

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 512

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910 W Dakin St, Unit 916-116

910 W Dakin St, Unit 912-206

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 114

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 411
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,634 | $1,095 | $2,510 |
Uptown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,313 | $3,785 |
| Uptown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,152 | $2,010 | $4,995 |
| Uptown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $2,550 | $4,850 |
| Uptown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,065 | $3,795 | $4,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Chicago is at The Draper listed at $1,313.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment is $1,313 at The Draper.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Chicago is starting from $1,313 at The Draper.
What is the most affordable Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Draper and starts from $1,313.
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