2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (10,053 Rentals)

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Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 09, 2025

There are currently 413727 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Chicago, IL that range in price from $600 to $29,094. Naperville Lisle, Downtown Chicago and North Lakefront are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chicago with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Naperville Lisle6844$2,650$1,325
Downtown Chicago6410$3,929$1,250
North Lakefront6075$3,193$1,397
Burlington Northern Industrial Park5924$2,725$1,489
High Grove Business Park5924$2,725$1,489
Brush Hill5872$2,740$1,489
Brookdale5768$2,709$1,489
Village Green5756$2,495$1,489
Bristol Station5466$2,755$1,489
Warrenville Downtown5316$2,608$1,489

Largest Available Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Chicago, IL is found at Two West Delaware in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood and is 2,225 square feet priced from $10,858. Flora in the Parc Chesnut neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,176 square feet and currently listed start at $15,897. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Chicago:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Two West DelawarePlan 03/042,225 Sq Ft$10,858
FloraTwo Bed - PH2,176 Sq Ft$15,897
Axis Apartments and LoftsTwo Bedroom Loft2,030 Sq Ft$3,440
Cassidy on CanalPenthouse: 2 Bedroom + Den PH071,988 Sq Ft$10,552

Cheapest Available Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 09, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Chicago, IL is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model starting from $960 at Southland Village in the Chatham neighborhood. The second most affordable Chicago 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 7624 S Kingston starting at $970 in the South Shore neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Chicago is currently $3,335. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Chicago:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Southland Village2 Beds, 1 bath$960
7624 S Kingston2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$970
Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 50% AMI$990
6125-29 S Wabash Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,015
5504-12 S Wabash Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,030
8101 S Justine2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,035
Ginger Ridge ApartmentsThe Maple$1,038
7920-26 S Evans2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,055
8057-59 S Marshfield2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,060

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Chicago Overview

Chicago is one of the largest and liveliest cities in the United States with a thriving economy, an active nightlife and some of the world's most historic buildings and landmarks making it a very popular place to call home. The school system and metropolitan offerings make Chicago one of the best places to live in the Midwest in addition to being a premiere tourist destination. The options for cheap apartments in Chicago as well as rental homes, condos, and townhomes in the area make it a renters dream come true.

Why live in Chicago, IL?

With its numerous shops and local cuisine, a bustling nightlife, a strong economy and an efficient if busy transportation system, Chicago is truly the gem of the Midwest. While school districts vary from one area to the next, Chicago is a hub for some of the world's best schools, universities and hospitals, making it an ideal place to settle down. As home to some of the leading universities in the world, Chicago offers plenty of opportunities for its residents to grow up, get an education and find work in its diverse and thriving economy.

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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 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Chicago is at Southland Village listed at $960.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $3,335.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,225 square feet unit starting from $10,858 at Two West Delaware.

What is the average size for Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,074 sq ft.

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