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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 $1,225. 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$1,225
1036 N. DearbornStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
25 E. DelawareStudioStudio,1BA$1,325
211 E. DelawareStudioStudio,1BA$1,345
18 E. ElmStudioStudio,1BA$1,365

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gold Coast, IL

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gold Coast area is the $3.13 price per square foot Type A Model at Chestnut Row Homes in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $15,000. The second greatest value Gold Coast apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Chatelaine starting at $3,015 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Magnificent Mile 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.
Chestnut Row HomesType A4BR,4.5BA$3.13
The ChatelaineTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.51
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 B21435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.34
260 E Chestnut St, Unit 2260 E Chestnut St1BR,1BA$3.05
20 E ScottOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.84
1435 N Dearborn St, Unit C21435 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$2.60
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Gold Coast

What type of rentals are currently available in Gold Coast?

There are currently 281 Apartments for Rent in Gold Coast, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,105 to $17,737. There are also 161 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gold Coast ranging from $1,350 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gold Coast?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gold Coast ranges from $1,350 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,165.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gold Coast?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gold Coast range from $4,420 to $17,737, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,120 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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