Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $400 (68 Rentals)

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Chatelaine Apartments
Studio Apartments

Chatelaine Apartments

4911 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640
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Belle Plaine Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Belle Plaine Apartments

820 W Belle Plaine AveChicago, IL 60613
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4735-4737 N Malden St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4735-4737 N Malden St

4735-4737 N Malden StChicago, IL 60640
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Wilson Apartments
Studio Apartments

Wilson Apartments

4554 N Malden StChicago, IL 60640
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Emerald Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Tower

4541 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60640
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Uptown Chicago - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Chicago

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Chicago by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms. See how it ranks!

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Agatite
Studio Apartments

Agatite

941 W Agatite AveChicago, IL 60640
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Magnolia Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Gardens

4845-4855 N Magnolia AveChicago, IL 60640
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1466 W Argyle St
Studio Apartments

1466 W Argyle St

1466 W Argyle StChicago, IL 60640
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Ravenswood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ravenswood Apartments

4407-4415 N Greenview AveChicago, IL 60640
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744 W Gordon Ter
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

744 W Gordon Ter

744 W Gordon TerChicago, IL 60613
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4909 N Glenwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4909 N Glenwood Ave

4909 N Glenwood AveChicago, IL 60640
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Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Chicago Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Chicago area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 4735 Beacon priced from $995. Issel Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Uptown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4735 BeaconStudioStudio,1BA$995
Issel BuildingStudio'sStudio,1BA$1,050
1338 W ArgyleBILLY ANDERSONStudio,1BA$1,088
Onyx on SheridanStudio - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,125
The Onyx on CarmenStudio Apartment - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,150
The EdisonStudio | 1 bath - EFFRStudio,1BA$1,173
4241 Kenmore ApartmentsStudio UnitsStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Chicago, IL

As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Chicago area is the $1.25 price per square foot 4625 N Dover St Model at 4625 N Dover St, Unit G in the in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Uptown Chicago apartment is the 910 W Gunnison St Model at 910 W Gunnison St, Unit 1 starting at $3,200 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4625 N Dover St, Unit G4625 N Dover St2BR,2BA$1.25
910 W Gunnison St, Unit 1910 W Gunnison St3BR,2BA$1.78
1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 21455 W Wilson Ave2BR,1BA$1.72
656 W Gordon Terrace, Unit 3E656 W Gordon Terrace2BR,1BA$2.00
1246 W Winona St, Unit Apt 21246 W Winona St2BR,1BA$1.14
4326 N Kenmore Ave4/14BR,1BA$1.82
1311 W Leland Ave, Unit 11-21311 W Leland Ave2BR,1BA$1.77
4706 N Racine Ave, Unit 06-2W4706 N Racine Ave1BR,1BA$2.06
911 W Lawrence Ave, Unit #205911 W Lawrence Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
4730 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #4064730 N Winthrop Ave1BR,1BA$2.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL

Ranked #16

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, 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 convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

75 / 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 Uptown Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Chicago?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Chicago is at 4735 Beacon listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment is $1,300 at Issel Building.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Chicago is starting from $2,295 at 4100 N. Marine Dr..

What is the most affordable Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 4326 N Kenmore Ave and starts from $1,800.

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