Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $400 (55 Rentals)

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Chatelaine Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Chatelaine Apartments

4911 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640
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Belle Plaine Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Belle Plaine Apartments

820 W Belle Plaine AveChicago, IL 60613
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4735-4737 N Malden St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4735-4737 N Malden St

4735-4737 N Malden StChicago, IL 60640
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Wilson Apartments
Studio Apartments

Wilson Apartments

4554 N Malden StChicago, IL 60640
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Emerald Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Tower

4541 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60640
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Agatite
Studio Apartments

Agatite

941 W Agatite AveChicago, IL 60640
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Magnolia Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Gardens

4845-4855 N Magnolia AveChicago, IL 60640
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Ravenswood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ravenswood Apartments

4407-4415 N Greenview AveChicago, IL 60640
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1466 W Argyle St
Studio Apartments

1466 W Argyle St

1466 W Argyle StChicago, IL 60640
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5050-5058 N Kenmore Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5050-5058 N Kenmore Ave

5050-5058 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60640
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744 W Gordon Ter
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

744 W Gordon Ter

744 W Gordon TerChicago, IL 60613
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5250 N Sheridan Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5250 N Sheridan Rd

5250 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60640
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The Wilson-Malden
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Wilson-Malden

4555 N Malden StChicago, IL 60640
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Heiwa Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Heiwa Terrace

920 W Lawrence AveChicago, IL 60640
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Lakeside Tower
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeside Tower

910 W Lawrence AveChicago, IL 60640
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4423 N Sheridan Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4423 N Sheridan Rd

4423 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60640
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Foswyn
Studio Apartments

Foswyn

5240 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640
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Kenmore + Irving
Studio Apartments

Kenmore + Irving

4069 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60613
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912-930 W Gordon Ter
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

912-930 W Gordon Ter

912-930 W Gordon TerChicago, IL 60613
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4521 N. Malden St.
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4521 N. Malden St.

4521 N Malden StChicago, IL 60640

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4735 Beacon
Studio Apartments

4735 Beacon

4735 N Beacon StChicago, IL 60640
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3933 N. Clarendon
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3933 N. Clarendon

3933 N Clarendon AveChicago, IL 60613
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Kenmore
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kenmore

4119 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60613
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Sheridan Park LLC
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sheridan Park LLC

4537-4547 N Dover StChicago, IL 60640
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The Bostonian
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Bostonian

4278 N Hazel StChicago, IL 60613
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4363 N Kenmore Ave
Studio Apartments

4363 N Kenmore Ave

4363 N Kenmore AveChicago, IL 60613
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The Onyx on Carmen
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Onyx on Carmen

915 W Carmen AveChicago, IL 60640
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5200 N Wayne Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5200 N Wayne Ave

5200 N Wayne AveChicago, 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 Sheridan Park LLC priced from $1,095. The Onyx on Sheridan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Uptown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sheridan Park LLCStudio in UptownStudio,1BA$1,095
The Onyx on SheridanUpgraded Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,125
The Onyx on CarmenUpgraded Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,150
Times Square ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S2Studio,1BA$1,159
The EdisonStudio | 1 bath - EFFRStudio,1BA$1,172
Wyndham ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S1Studio,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Chicago area is the $1.94 price per square foot 1452 W Winnemac Ave Model at 1452 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 1455 W Wilson Ave Model at 1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,000 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Uptown Chicago 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.
1452 W Winnemac Ave, Unit 31452 W Winnemac Ave2BR,1BA$1.94
1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 21455 W Wilson Ave2BR,1BA$1.88
4318 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 24318 N Sheridan Rd2BR,2BA$1.75
4452 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 34452 N Sheridan Rd2BR,2BA$1.80
4445 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 4452-34445 N Sheridan Rd2BR,2BA$1.93
4452 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 24452 N Sheridan Rd2BR,2BA$1.93
4241 Kenmore Apartments4031 Kenmore - 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.91
900 W Montrose Ave906 Montrose - 2 Bed /1 bath2BR,1BA$1.80
4750 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 14750 N Sheridan Rd1BR,1BA$1.69
939 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 3939 W Sunnyside Ave1BR,1BA$1.88

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL

Ranked #25

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.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Illinois, including Chicago. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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 $1,175.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Chicago?

The cheapest apartment in Uptown Chicago is Times Square Apartments which is listed at $1,302, while the average apartment in Uptown Chicago costs $3,200.

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 $105 which is $3,095 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Chicago.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

Written by: Nicole Harms

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.