
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,140 (126 Rentals)

4735 N Beacon St, Unit 310

917 W Eastwood Ave, Unit 307

4521 N. Malden St.

4526 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 219

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930 W Eastwood Ave, Unit #203
4602 N Beacon St, Unit 4C
4735 N Beacon St, Unit 301

1136 W Wilson Ave, Unit 302

1136 W Wilson Ave, Unit 211
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4526 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 615

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4546 N Malden St, Unit #106

The Winnie

The Draper

The Onyx on Sheridan

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 104

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 103

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 102

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 108

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 209
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948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 4

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 113

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 304

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 106

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 3

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 302

948 W Cuyler Ave, Unit 5

Clarendon Shores

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4616 N Beacon St, Unit 1D
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4602 N Beacon St, Unit 1B

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736 W Buena Ave, Unit 301

736 W Buena Ave, Unit 401

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5100 N Marine Dr, Unit 10K
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4715 N Sheridan Rd, Unit S12

4715 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 11S
4600 N Beacon St, Unit 2C
4600 N Beacon St, Unit 4608-1C
4600 N Beacon St, Unit 3C

5326 N Winthrop Ave

Dakin Court - 910 W Dakin St

The Edison

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1329 W Wilson Ave

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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 | $1,628 | $1,140 | $2,510 |
| Uptown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,186 | $1,313 | $3,785 |
| Uptown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,126 | $2,060 | $4,995 |
| Uptown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,425 | $2,420 | $4,850 |
| Uptown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,998 | $3,595 | $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 4521 N. Malden St. listed at $1,140.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment is $1,140 at 4521 N. Malden St..
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 $1,140 at 4521 N. Malden St..
What is the most affordable Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 4521 N. Malden St. and starts from $1,140.
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