Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (116 Rentals)

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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 Issel Building priced from $1,050. The Edison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Issel BuildingStudio'sStudio,1BA$1,050
The EdisonStudio | 1 bath - EFFRStudio,1BA$1,090
3838 N. BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
3834 N SheffieldStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Onyx on SheridanStudio - UpgradedStudio,1BA$1,125
4600 Beacon0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, IL

As of May 03, 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
1415 W Byron St, Unit M02B1415 W Byron St3BR,1BA$1.69
1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 21455 W Wilson Ave2BR,1BA$1.72
1441 W Warner Ave, Unit M07B1441 W Warner Ave2BR,1BA$1.79
900 W Montrose Ave4410 Hazel Tier 2 bed2BR,1BA$1.70
4326 N Kenmore Ave4/14BR,1BA$1.82
1010 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit M04B1010 W Sunnyside Ave2BR,1BA$1.90
4657 N Malden St, Unit M06B4657 N Malden St1BR,1BA$1.89
3839 N Greenview Ave, Unit 3033839 N Greenview AveStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown?

There are currently 1133 Apartments for Rent in Uptown, IL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,900. There are also 381 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown ranging from $1,095 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown ranges from $1,095 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,086.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Uptown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Uptown range from $800 to $6,592, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,420 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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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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Written by: Nicole Harms

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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