Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (54 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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10 West Elm
Studio Apartments

10 West Elm

10 W Elm StChicago, IL 60610
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Tailor Lofts
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Tailor Lofts

315 S Peoria StChicago, IL 60607
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Atrium at Old Town Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium at Old Town Park

303 W Division StChicago, IL 60610
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1810 S Throop St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1810 S Throop St

1810 S Throop StChicago, IL 60608
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1809 S Carpenter St
Studio Apartments

1809 S Carpenter St

1809 S Carpenter StChicago, IL 60608
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525 S. Dearborn St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

525 S. Dearborn St.

525-537 S Dearborn StChicago, IL 60605
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Stanford Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stanford Apartments

1164 N DearbornChicago, IL 60610
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X Chicago
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

X Chicago

710 W 14th StChicago, IL 60607
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Dwight Building
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Dwight Building

642 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
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Common Damen
Studio Apartments

Common Damen

2048 W Chicago AveChicago, IL 60622
Corporate Housing
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chicago

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Chicago?

There are currently 378 Studio Apartments in Downtown Chicago with rent ranges from $1,046 to $8,147 with an average price of $2,688.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chicago ranges from $685 to $14,514 with an average monthly rent of $3,311.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chicago cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Chicago range from $1,250 to $18,797. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,642.

How expensive are Downtown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 521 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $38,481 - averaging $6,187 for the location.

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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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.

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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.

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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.