Cheap Homes for Rent in the Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,050 (126 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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4600 N Beacon St, Unit 2C

4752 N Paulina St, Unit 702

5020 N Sheridan Rd

4644 N Paulina, Unit 504
4612 N Beacon St, Unit 4612-3A

917 W Eastwood Ave

4547 N Dover St, Unit 4547-3C

846 W Montrose Ave, Unit 407

846 W Montrose Ave, Unit 203
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663 W Grace St, Unit 201

732 W Bittersweet Pl, Unit 1203

732 W Bittersweet Pl, Unit 1003

817 W Lakeside Pl, Unit 502

650 W Grace St, Unit 101

839 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 216

839 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 217

839 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 419

4547 N Dover St, Unit 2D

4547 N Dover St, Unit 3C
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4612 N Beacon St, Unit 3A

4700 N Racine Ave, Unit 306

4700 N Racine Ave, Unit 206

1480 W Winnemac Ave

4034 N Ashland Ave, Unit 4038-E1

4244 N Ashland Ave, Unit #1E

4170 N Marine Dr

4501 Malden St, Unit 4501-1A

4501 Malden St, Unit 3A

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 612
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910 W Dakin St, Unit 912-104

839 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 321

4250 N Marine Dr, Unit 1003

5320 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 12

925 W Carmen Ave, Unit 5E

925 W Carmen Ave, Unit 5E

925 W Carmen Ave, Unit E6

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 312

925 W Carmen Ave, Unit 5E

910 W Dakin St, Unit 914-214
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4706 N Racine Ave, Unit 1E

4706 N Racine Ave, Unit 16-3E

910 W Dakin St, Unit 301

910 W Dakin St, Unit 916-318

910 W Dakin St, Unit 916-116

630 W Sheridan Rd

755 W Buena Ave, Unit 302

901 W Argyle St, Unit 3I

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 203

6119 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 508
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Uptown, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Uptown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,950 | $1,950 | $4,450 |
| Uptown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,455 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,228 | $2,799 | $7,900 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 126 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown
What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown?
There are currently 1088 Apartments for Rent in Uptown, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $6,500. There are also 368 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown ranging from $1,050 to $40,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown ranges from $1,050 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,740.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Uptown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Uptown range from $2,550 to $5,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,799 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,795.
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