Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (54 Rentals)

930 W Eastwood Ave, Unit #308

Issel Building

4606 N Malden St, Unit 1140-218

The Edison

930 W. Winona
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The Lawrence House

Wyndham Apartments

The Winnie

851 W Montrose Avenue

4871 N Magnolia Ave, Unit 410
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4653 Malden St

Dakin Court - 910 W Dakin St

744 W Gordon Terrace
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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 | $1,574 | $1,000 | $2,639 |
| Uptown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,218 | $3,438 |
| Uptown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $1,554 | $4,995 |
| Uptown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $2,170 | $5,660 |
| Uptown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #23
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL
McCutcheon Elementary School
Lake View High School
Walt Disney Magnet School
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Chicago is 4735 Beacon which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Uptown Chicago costs $5,400.
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 $188 which is $5,212 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Chicago.
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