
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL from $685 (1,317 Rentals)Page 2 of 27


5818 N Elston Ave, Unit BR

6233 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #616

2319 E 70th St

1647 W Fletcher St, Unit GARDEN UNIT

7914 S South Shore Dr, Unit 3

13825 S Illinois St, Unit 1

7553 S Kenwood Ave

2821 W 25th St

The Draper

7251 at Waters Edge Apartment Homes

5452 N Artesian Ave, Unit 2N

5020 S Woodlawn Ave

The Bachelor

7932 S St Lawrence Ave

6900 S South Shore Drive

358 W 74th St

Lakeside Grant Manor

5454 S Laramie Ave

3406 W Berteau Ave, Unit 2

7257 S Phillips Ave

1614 W 82nd St

7702 S Jeffery Blvd

5664 N Ridge Ave, Unit M03B

7546 S Stewart Ave

6 W 111th Pl

7010 N Ashland Ave

Scholars Corner Apartments

The Versailles Apartments

Times Square Apartments

Canvas at Leland Plaza

3544 N Meade Ave, Unit 1st floor

The Victorian Apartments

508 W 46th St

7333 Ridge

2859 W Berteau Ave

5942 N Paulina St, Unit 1

Alef Park

5668 N Ridge Ave, Unit 2N

5670 N Ridge Ave, Unit 2N

5642 W Newport Ave, Unit Garden Apt

OC Living

5661 N Ridge Ave, Unit 62-1E

5033 N Harding Ave, Unit 1
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,105 | $532 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,754 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,236 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,703 | $875 | $6,500 |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $4,795 | $4,795 |
Explore Chicago
Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Chicago Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chicago?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chicago is under $775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago is 1155 W 83rd St which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $3,548.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 2,855 regular apartments in 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 Chicago?
Cheap apartments in Chicago have an average cost of $402 which is $3,146 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.