
Gated Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (102 Rentals)


The 808 Cleveland

Park View Apartments

Prairie Shores

The Flamingo Apartments

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

Hollywood Beach
Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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The Vivian

Dearborn Plaza

Museum Walk Apartments

The Edison

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

The Letterman Chicago - West Loop Apartments

4241 Kenmore Apartments

The Sovereign

2Sisters Apartments

Campus Court Apartments

Plaisance Apartments

Student | The Flats East West

Onyx on Sheridan

The Victorian Apartments

Wyndham Apartments

7251 at Waters Edge Apartment Homes

Cornell (The Greenstone)

The Ella Apartments

The Versailles Apartments

Woodlawn House Apartments

Oglesby Towers Apartments

The Townhouse Apartments

The Max Apartments

Lake Grove Village

Bryn Mawr Belle Shore

South Shore Beach Apartments

Greenview Apartments

Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place

930 W. Winona
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 | $2,108 | $532 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,297 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,715 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,248 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,730 | $875 | $6,500 |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $4,795 | $4,795 |
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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 Gated Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Chicago is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $575.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Chicago is $2,526.
What is the largest Gated Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 4,375 square feet unit starting from $1,896 at ONE Old Town Park.
What is the average size for Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Chicago is currently at 781 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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.