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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 $995. Issel Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Uptown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4735 BeaconStudioStudio,1BA$995
Issel BuildingStudio'sStudio,1BA$1,050
Onyx on SheridanStudio - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,125
The Onyx on CarmenStudio Apartment - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,150
4241 Kenmore ApartmentsStudio UnitsStudio,1BA$1,200
850 Argyle Place5 & 71BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Chicago area is the $1.25 price per square foot 4625 N Dover St Model at 4625 N Dover St, Unit G in the in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Uptown Chicago apartment is the 910 W Gunnison St Model at 910 W Gunnison St, Unit 1 starting at $3,200 with a $1.78 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.
4625 N Dover St, Unit G4625 N Dover St2BR,2BA$1.25
910 W Gunnison St, Unit 1910 W Gunnison St3BR,2BA$1.78
1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 21455 W Wilson Ave2BR,1BA$1.72
4311 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 24311 N Sheridan Rd2BR,2BA$2.09
1246 W Winona St, Unit Apt 21246 W Winona St2BR,1BA$1.14
1311 W Leland Ave, Unit 11-21311 W Leland Ave2BR,1BA$1.77
4326 N Kenmore Ave4/14BR,1BA$1.82
4706 N Racine Ave, Unit 06-2W4706 N Racine Ave1BR,1BA$2.06
911 W Lawrence Ave, Unit #205911 W Lawrence Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
4730 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #4064730 N Winthrop Ave1BR,1BA$2.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown Chicago

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown Chicago?

There are currently 780 Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $995 to $6,730. There are also 267 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown Chicago ranging from $950 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown Chicago?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown Chicago ranges from $950 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,794.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Uptown Chicago?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Uptown Chicago range from $1,100 to $4,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,420 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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