Finding a good deal can be a challenge if you're in the market for new digs on a budget. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Uptown look like these days—and what might you get for the price?
According to Walk Score, the neighborhood is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and has excellent transit. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $1,250, compared to a $1,500 one-bedroom median for Chicago as a whole.
A look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Uptown, via rental site Zumper, yields a look at what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Chicago neighborhood.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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1023 W. Argyle St., #305
This studio apartment, situated at 1023 W. Argyle St., #305, is listed for $850/month.
In the unit, the listing promises central heating, hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet, high ceilings and an eat-in kitchen. Building amenities include on-site laundry and secure entry. Hairball alert: cats are allowed.
(See the complete listing here.)
846 W. Montrose Ave., #201
Listed at $1,000/month, this 700-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 846 W. Montrose Ave., #201.
When it comes to building amenities, expect assigned parking, an elevator and on-site laundry. The apartment boasts high ceilings, central heating, hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet and an eat-in kitchen. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are allowed on this property.
(Here's the listing.)
4750 N. Clarendon Ave.
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 4750 N. Clarendon Ave., is listed for $1,050/month.
Apartment amenities include hardwood flooring, a dishwasher, a ceiling fan and plenty of closet space. Attention, cat owners: your kitty is permitted here. Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking and on-site laundry.
(See the listing here.)
1333 Carmen, #1A
Listed at $1,175/month, this 800-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1333 Carmen, #1A.
Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. In the unit, expect high ceilings, central heating, hardwood flooring and an eat-in kitchen. Feline companions are welcome. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(Check out the complete listing here.)
4705 N. Racine Ave.
To round things out, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 4705 N. Racine Ave. It's also being listed for $1,175/month.
The apartment features both air conditioning and central heating, hardwood flooring, a dishwasher, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Good news for animal lovers: both dogs and cats are welcome here. Building amenities include on-site laundry.
(Here's the full listing.)
