
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $400 (51 Rentals)
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4546 N Malden St, Unit #304

4735 Beacon

The Edison

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4536 N Dover St, Unit #1D

The Lawrence House

Sheridan Park LLC

4600 Beacon

922 W Eastwood Ave

Issel Building
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1470 W Argyle St

5240 N Winthrop Ave

The Onyx on Sheridan

4521 N. Malden St.

Chatelaine Apartments

Belle Plaine Apartments

Stephen's Commons- Senior Living-Age 62+

4735-4737 N Malden St

Wilson Apartments

4717 N. Winthrop Apartments
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Emerald Tower

Agatite

732 Bittersweet Apartments

Magnolia Gardens

1466 W Argyle St

Ravenswood Apartments

5050-5058 N Kenmore Ave

Darlington Apartments

5250 N Sheridan Rd

4909 N Glenwood Ave
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4706 Beacon LLC

The Wilson Malden

Lakeside Tower

Heiwa Terrace

4423 N Sheridan Rd

Foswyn

Kenmore + Irving

912-930 W Gordon Ter

929-935 W Sunnyside Ave

3933 N. Clarendon
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The Bostonian

4363 N Kenmore Ave

930 W. Winona

5200 N Wayne Ave

1338 W Argyle

5054 N Winthrop Ave

3945-59 N. Janssen Ave.

4241 Kenmore Apartments

934-936 W Windsor Building

4601 N Dover
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Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,516 | $1,000 | $2,647 |
| Uptown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,341 | $5,064 |
| Uptown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,903 | $1,750 | $4,250 |
| Uptown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,205 | $2,160 | $8,152 |
| Uptown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,738 | $5,400 | $5,795 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Chicago Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Chicago area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 4735 Beacon priced from $1,050. The Edison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,071. Here are the most affordable Uptown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4735 Beacon | Studio - New Rehab | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Edison | Studio | 1 bath - EFFR | Studio,1BA | $1,071 |
| Sheridan Park LLC | Studio in Uptown | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Onyx on Sheridan | Upgraded Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 4521 N. Malden St. | Studio 103, 204 - 604 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 4600 Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Wyndham Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,212 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL
As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Chicago area is the $1.94 price per square foot 1454 W Winnemac Ave Model at 1454 W Winnemac Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Uptown Chicago apartment is the 4318 N Sheridan Rd Model at 4318 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 2 starting at $2,800 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Lakeview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1454 W Winnemac Ave, Unit 3 | 1454 W Winnemac Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 4318 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 2 | 4318 N Sheridan Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 2 | 1455 W Wilson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 900 W Montrose Ave | 901 Agatite - 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| 4443 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 3 | 4443 N Sheridan Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1012 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 3 | 1012 W Sunnyside Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 4537 N Greenview Ave, Unit Garden R | 4537 N Greenview Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 902 W Montrose Ave, Unit A00C | 902 W Montrose Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 4750 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 1 | 4750 N Sheridan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 911 W Lawrence Ave, Unit #407 | 911 W Lawrence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Chicago Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Chicago?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Chicago is under $1,212.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Chicago is Lawrence Lofts which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Uptown Chicago costs $5,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Chicago?
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 6 regular apartments in Uptown Chicago 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 Uptown Chicago?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Chicago have an average cost of $223 which is $5,572 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Chicago.
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