3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,000 (789 Rentals)

Belmont Tower Apartments

The Edison

Sedgwick Apartments

5135-45 S. Ingleside

5326-5336 S. Greenwood Avenue
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3912-28 N. Pine Grove

The Trilogy at Hyde Park

4700 Lake Park Apartments

Ivy Park Homes

Hyde Park West

Lake Grove Village
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1925 W Armitage Ave, Unit 1F

4317 S Forrestville Ave, Unit 2

Greenview Apartments

2415-2417 W Birchwood Ave

3030 S Princeton

4326 N Kenmore Ave

Dalet Park

Oakley Square

5320-5326.5 S. Drexel Boulevard

5234-5244 S. Ingleside Avenue

1515 E. 54th Street

5715-5725 S. Kimbark Avenue

1740 W. North Shore Ave.

5452 S. Ellis Avenue

4501-4515 N Malden St

5735 W. Washington Blvd

6157 S Washtenaw Ave

Keystone Place Apartments

845 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2

845 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2

2989 N Lawndale Ave, Unit 2
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 | $2,089 | $532 | $9,196 |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,282 | $895 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,807 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,460 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,035 | $950 | $6,995 |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,695 | $4,795 | $6,595 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Chicago is at 7609 S Coles listed at $1,075.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $3,807.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 3,000 square feet unit starting from $4,075 at 1042 S Oakley Blvd Apartments.
What is the average size for Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,433 sq ft.
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