Apartments for Rent by Owner in Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (141 Rentals)

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Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Chicago and the best places to live with original content written by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms

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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 For rent By Owner Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Chicago?

Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Chicago is at 833 E 90th St, Unit 6 listed at $815.

How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Chicago Apartment?

The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Chicago is $1,961.

What is the largest For rent By Owner Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,800 square feet unit starting from $4,000 at 5259 W Roscoe St, Unit 1F.

What is the average size for Chicago For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?

The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Chicago is currently at 1,122 sq ft.

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.

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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.

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Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

Written by: Trey Huguley

When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.

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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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Real Estate Term Glossary: Your Guide to The A to Zs of Renting

Written by: Kevin Ready

Navigating the world of real estate can reveal an abundance of terminology and phrasing around the topics of renting and buying that for some may seem like a brand-new language.