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Uptown, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Ashland Avenue Apartments priced from $975. 4735 Beacon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ashland Avenue ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$975
4735 BeaconStudioStudio,1BA$995
Issel BuildingStudio'sStudio,1BA$1,050
The Annabelle ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S1Studio,1BA$1,059
Onyx on SheridanStudio - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,125
The Onyx on CarmenStudio Apartment - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, IL

As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown area is the $0.36 price per square foot 3818 N Sheffield Ave Model at 3818 N Sheffield Ave, Unit # 03 in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Uptown apartment is the 4625 N Dover St Model at 4625 N Dover St, Unit G starting at $2,750 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Uptown Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3818 N Sheffield Ave, Unit # 033818 N Sheffield Ave3BR,1BA$0.36
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
1246 W Winona St, Unit Apt 21246 W Winona St2BR,1BA$1.14
1311 W Leland Ave, Unit 11-21311 W Leland Ave2BR,1BA$1.77
4326 N Kenmore Ave4/14BR,1BA$1.82
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
Ashland Avenue ApartmentsStudio AStudio ,1BA$1.95

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown, Chicago, IL

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Chicago. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown is at Ashland Avenue Apartments listed at $975.

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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