1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (913 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 River West Lofts and is listed at 1,275 square feet priced from $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
River West Lofts#5031,275 Sq Ft$2,895
SKY551N Den1,114 Sq Ft$2,410
Lofts At River East1 Bedroom Plus Den1,108 Sq Ft$3,395
West77 ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1,099 Sq Ft$2,300
One ChicagoCA2A1,069 Sq Ft$5,004
TRIO ApartmentsOne Bedroom - A2704 Sq Ft$2,749

Cheapest Available Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Chicago of Chicago, IL is the Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath_620 Model starting from $1,419 at Prairie Shores. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Chicago is currently $3,322. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Prairie ShoresClassic 1 Bed 1 Bath_620$1,419
1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd1 Bed 1 Bath$1,478
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 Prairie Shores listed at $1,419.

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 $3,322.

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 starting from $2,895 at River West Lofts.

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 829 sq ft.

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