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Renting in Chicago: What will $800 get you?

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Published on January 14, 2019
Renting in Chicago: What will $800 get you? 5301 Ashland, #UA-L7. | Photos: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Chicago?

We've rounded up the latest rental offerings via rental site Zumper to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating housing in Chicago if you're on a budget of $800/month.

Read on for the listings. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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3008 E. Cheltenham Place, #203 (South Shore)

Listed at $800/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 3008 E. Cheltenham Place, #203.

In the unit, expect hardwood flooring, an eat-in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, over-sized windows and air conditioning. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry, an elevator and storage space. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is somewhat walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

5301 Ashland, #UA-L7 (Andersonville)

Next, there's this studio apartment over at 5301 Ashland, #UA-L7. It's also listed for $800/month for its 500 square feet of space.

The building offers on-site laundry, storage space and secured entry. In the apartment, there are hardwood floors, a fireplace, a ceiling fan and generous closet space. Pets are not permitted.

Walk Score indicates that this location is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

West Morse Avenue (Rogers Park)

Then, check out this 400-square-foot studio apartment that's located at West Morse Avenue. It's listed for $800/month.

The apartment boasts hardwood flooring, high ceilings and air conditioning. Building amenities include on-site laundry, assigned parking, an elevator and on-site management. Animals are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Walk Score indicates that this location is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

4458 S. Richmond St., #2F (Brighton Park)

Finally, check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence that's located at 4458 S. Richmond St., #2F. It's listed for $800/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect storage space. In the unit, which comes furnished, expect an eat-in kitchen, ceiling fans, hardwood floors and wooden cabinetry. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. Expect a $375 move-in fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is relatively bikeable and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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