Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (63 Rentals)

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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 Onyx on Sheridan priced from $1,100. 1338 W Argyle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable Uptown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Onyx on SheridanStudio - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,100
1338 W ArgyleBILLY ANDERSONStudio,1BA$1,115
The Onyx on CarmenStudio Apartment - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,150
Sheridan Park LLCStudio in UptownStudio,1BA$1,195
Wyndham ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S1Studio,1BA$1,225
1261 W ArgyleGEORGE SPOORStudio,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Chicago area is the $1.80 price per square foot 5125 N Kenmore Ave Model at 5125 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood starting from $3,600. 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.
5125 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 35125 N Kenmore Ave3BR,2BA$1.80
910 W Gunnison St, Unit 1910 W Gunnison St3BR,2BA$1.78
4230 N Marine Dr, Unit 4180-14054230 N Marine Dr3BR,2BA$2.15
1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 21455 W Wilson Ave2BR,1BA$1.88
1421 W Hutchinson St, Unit 21421 W Hutchinson St2BR,1BA$1.71
652 W Gordon Ter, Unit 1E652 W Gordon Ter2BR,2BA$2.20
1417 W. Belle Plaine1415-23BR,2BA$2.23
Times Square Apartments2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B32BR,1BA$2.21
1427 W Winona St, Unit GDN1427 W Winona St2BR,1BA$2.00
1940 W Wilson Ave, Unit 1948-1S1940 W Wilson AveStudio ,1BA$1.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown Chicago

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown Chicago?

There are currently 809 Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $995 to $6,326. There are also 221 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown Chicago ranging from $960 to $5,950.

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 $960 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,216.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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