1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (914 Rentals)

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Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Chicago area of Chicago, IL is found at Motley School Apartments and is listed at 1,275 square feet . Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Motley School Apartments02 - floors 1 - 1b2b - W Side1,275 Sq FtCall for Rates
SKY551M w/ Balcony1,053 Sq Ft$2,919
Arrive LEXChestnut1,025 Sq Ft$3,314
Atwater ApartmentsE1,010 Sq Ft$3,256
Niche 9051E1,008 Sq Ft$3,592
Lofts At River East1 Bedroom796 Sq Ft$2,575
Columbus Plaza1 Bedroom792 Sq Ft$1,956

Cheapest Available Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Chicago of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $1,230 at Maple. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Chicago is currently $3,346. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Maple1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,230
1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd1 Bed 1 Bath$1,375
Prairie ShoresClassic 1 Bed 1 Bath 600$1,452
18 E. Elm1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,595
Larrabee Place at Parkside of Old Town1 Bedroom$1,629
Atrium at Old Town ParkConvertible 1 Bedroom$1,643

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Chicago with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Chicago is at Maple listed at $1,230.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chicago is $3,346.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chicago is a 1,275 square feet unit at Motley School Apartments.

What is the average size for Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Chicago is currently 937 sq ft.

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