
Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (139 Rentals)
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4735 N Beacon St

4735 N Beacon St

4526 N Sheridan Rd

4547 N Dover St

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

4537 N Dover St

5240 N Winthrop Ave
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Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

4600 N Beacon St

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave
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948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

948 W Cuyler Ave

4634 N Paulina St

4639 N Paulina St

838 W Sunnyside Ave

4614 N Paulina St

5054 N Winthrop Ave
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3831 N Fremont St

3834 N Fremont

3834 N Fremont St

4501 Malden St

4866 N Magnolia Ave

4866 N Magnolia Ave

4866 N Magnolia Ave

4501 Malden St

3825 N Pine Grove Ave

3834 N Fremont
Uptown - 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!

4521 Malden St

732 W Bittersweet Pl, Unit 403

4555 Malden St

4540 N Dover St, Unit 2c

817 W Lakeside Pl

817 W Lakeside Pl

1940 W Wilson Ave

4611 N Beacon St, Unit 2g

4631 N Paulina St

1940 W Wilson Ave, Unit 1948-1S
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Uptown, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Uptown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Uptown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,752 | $1,700 | $4,995 |
Uptown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,700 | $2,000 | $6,600 |
Uptown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,689 | $3,300 | $7,200 |
Uptown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,996 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 139 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ashland Avenue Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $975 |
4735 Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Issel Building | Studio's | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
1338 W Argyle | BILLY ANDERSON | Studio,1BA | $1,088 |
Onyx on Sheridan | Studio - Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
The Onyx on Carmen | Studio Apartment - Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
The Edison | Studio | 1 bath - EFFR | Studio,1BA | $1,173 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, IL
As of May 16, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3818 N Sheffield Ave, Unit # 03 | 3818 N Sheffield Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.36 |
4625 N Dover St, Unit G | 4625 N Dover St | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
910 W Gunnison St, Unit 1 | 910 W Gunnison St | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
656 W Gordon Terrace, Unit 3E | 656 W Gordon Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
1455 W Wilson Ave, Unit 2 | 1455 W Wilson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
1246 W Winona St, Unit Apt 2 | 1246 W Winona St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
1311 W Leland Ave, Unit 11-2 | 1311 W Leland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
4326 N Kenmore Ave | 4/1 | 4BR,1BA | $1.82 |
911 W Lawrence Ave, Unit #205 | 911 W Lawrence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Ashland Avenue Apartments | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown
What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown?
There are currently 1128 Apartments for Rent in Uptown, IL with pricing that ranges from $975 to $40,000. There are also 487 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown ranging from $950 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 $950 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,599.
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 $1,100 to $40,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $6,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.
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