Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gold Coast Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (56 Rentals)

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1430 N Dearborn St
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1430 N Dearborn StChicago, IL 60610
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1164 N DearbornChicago, IL 60610
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1504 N Dearborn PkyChicago, IL 60610
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Gold Coast, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gold Coast Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gold Coast area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 11 W. Division priced from $1,245. 1036 N. Dearborn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Gold Coast apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
11 W. DivisionStudioStudio,1BA$1,245
1036 N. DearbornStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
211 E. DelawareStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
25 E. DelawareStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
18 E. ElmStudioStudio,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gold Coast, IL

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gold Coast area is the $1.83 price per square foot 750 N Rush St Model at 750 N Rush St, Unit FL22-ID160 in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $2,190. The second greatest value Gold Coast apartment is the 1500 N Dearborn Pky Model at 1500 N Dearborn Pky, Unit #4F starting at $2,050 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Parc Chesnut neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gold Coast apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
750 N Rush St, Unit FL22-ID160750 N Rush St2BR,2BA$1.83
1500 N Dearborn Pky, Unit #4F1500 N Dearborn Pky1BR,1BA$2.41
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit b41435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.28
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit B41435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.34
1425 N Dearborn St, Unit C21425 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.74
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit C21435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.60
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit b41435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.59
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit 21435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.64
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit 21435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.64
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit A06C1435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gold Coast, Chicago, IL

Ranked #31

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Illinois, including Chicago. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Gold Coast Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

99 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

85 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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 Cheap Gold Coast Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gold Coast?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gold Coast is at 11 W. Division listed at $1,245.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gold Coast Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gold Coast Apartment is $1,695 at 18 E. Elm.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gold Coast Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gold Coast is starting from $3,176 at 1111 N. Dearborn St..

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