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4546 N Malden St, Unit #106
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4546 N Malden StChicago, IL 60640
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Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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 The Onyx on Carmen priced from $1,150. Wilson Uptown LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Uptown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Onyx on CarmenUpgraded Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,150
Wilson Uptown LLCStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The EdisonStudio | 1 bath - EFFRStudio,1BA$1,243
The Onyx on SheridanStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,250
The Wilson ClubStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
4031 N Kenmore ApartmentsKenmore Studio - 4031Studio,1BA$1,300
1338 W ArgyleLOUELLA PARSONSStudio,1BA$1,306
Lawrence Lofts1 Bedroom ARO - LOW Income Restrictions - Stude...1BR,1BA$1,350
Sheridan-Gunnison ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL

As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Chicago area is the $1.30 price per square foot 1338 W Winona St Model at 1338 W Winona St, Unit 3 in the in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Uptown Chicago apartment is the 1456 W Irving Park Rd Model at 1456 W Irving Park Rd, Unit # 01 starting at $4,250 with a $1.85 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1338 W Winona St, Unit 31338 W Winona St3BR,1BA$1.30
1456 W Irving Park Rd, Unit # 011456 W Irving Park Rd4BR,2BA$1.85
1456 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 11456 W Irving Park Rd4BR,2BA$1.85
5300 N Sheridan Rd3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.90
1260 W Leland Ave, Unit 21260 W Leland Ave4BR,2BA$1.76
1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 21455 W Wilson Ave2BR,1BA$1.88
4318 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 24318 N Sheridan Rd2BR,2BA$1.75
4537 N Greenview Ave3Beds 2Baths3BR,2BA$1.80
1212 W Foster Ave, Unit 1B1212 W Foster Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
Wyndham Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A31BR,1BA$2.19

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Onyx on Carmen listed at $1,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment is $1,350 at Lawrence Lofts.

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 $2,250 at Sheridan-Gunnison Apartments.

What is the most affordable Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sheridan-Gunnison Apartments and starts from $2,550.

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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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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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