
Homes for Rent in the Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (69 Rentals)


817 W Lakeside Pl, Unit 817 West Lakeside Place

817 W Lakeside Pl, Unit 817 West Lakeside Place

4260 N Clark St, Unit 3

663 W Grace St, Unit 663 West Grace Street

663 W Grace St, Unit 403

3907 N Ashland Ave, Unit R2

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 302

3824 N Fremont, Unit 605

4752 N Paulina, Unit 701
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3824 N Fremont, Unit 714

3824 N Fremont, Unit 305

3824 N Fremont, Unit 203

5054 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 309

3824 N Fremont, Unit 615

4610 N Dover St, Unit 2G

4752 N Paulina St, Unit 604

4631 N Paulina St, Unit 104

4644 N Paulina, Unit 504

4752 N Paulina St, Unit 702
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5054 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 205

839 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 216
4600 N Beacon St, Unit 3C

661 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 507
4602 N Beacon St, Unit 4C
4600 N Beacon St, Unit 2C
4602 N Beacon St, Unit 1B
4735 N Beacon St, Unit 301
4616 N Beacon St, Unit 1D
4541 N Beacon St, Unit 3F
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755 W Buena Ave, Unit G2

817 W Lakeside Pl, Unit 502

839 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 217

839 W Sheridan Rd, Unit 419

910 W Dakin St, Unit 914-110

910 W Dakin St, Unit 914-315

4700 N Racine Ave, Unit 110

817 W Lakeside Pl, Unit 204
4600 N Beacon St, Unit 4602-4C

1136 W Wilson Ave, Unit 211
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4610 N Dover St, Unit 3B

4610 N Dover St, Unit 2G

817 W Lakeside Pl, Unit 502

4526 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 118

910 W Dakin St, Unit 914-315

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 512
4616 N Beacon St, Unit 1B

4180 N Marine Dr, Unit 104

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 611

4537 N Dover St, Unit 2H
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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 | $2,920 | $1,800 | $5,000 |
| Uptown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,064 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,374 | $2,800 | $6,995 |
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There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Best Local Schools in Uptown, Chicago, IL
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Lake View High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown
What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown?
There are currently 1093 Apartments for Rent in Uptown, IL with pricing that ranges from $595 to $6,500. There are also 340 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown ranging from $1,095 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 $1,095 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,501.
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 $2,395 to $5,620, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,000.
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