
Curious just how far your dollar goes in Chicago?
We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental site Zumper to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring an apartment in Chicago if you don't want to spend more than $1,500/month on rent.
Read on for the listings. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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1000 E. 53rd St., #117 (Hyde Park)
Listed at $1,500/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode is located at 1000 E. 53rd St., #117.
The building features assigned parking, outdoor space, a fitness center, storage space and secured entry. In the unit, you will find granite countertops, central heating and air conditioning, in-unit laundry and a patio. Pet owners, take heed: cats and dogs are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.
Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is very bikeable and has good transit options.
(Take a look at the complete listing here.)
East Banks Street (Gold Coast)
Next, there's this studio apartment situated at East Banks Street. It's also listed for $1,500/month.
The building features on-site laundry, garage parking, outdoor space, a fitness center, a roof deck, secured entry and on-site management. In the unit, there's hardwood flooring, high ceilings and a dishwasher. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are permitted.
Walk Score indicates that this location has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.
(See the complete listing here.)
933 W. Gordon Terrace, #GW (Buena Park)
Listed at $1,500/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 933 W. Gordon Terrace, #GW.
The building features assigned parking. In the unit, you can expect in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, a fireplace and garden access. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.
According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.
(Check out the complete listing here.)
801 S. State St., #1415
Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment over at 801 S. State St., #1415. It's listed for $1,500/month for its 647 square feet of space.
The building offers on-site laundry, assigned parking, a swimming pool, a fitness center and a roof deck. In the apartment, there are hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and central heating and air conditioning. Pets are not welcome. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.
(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)
316 W. Illinois St., #318 (River North)
Here's a 430-square-foot studio apartment at 316 W. Illinois St., #318 that's going for $1,500/month.
When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry, assigned parking, outdoor space, a swimming pool and a fitness center. In the apartment, there are hardwood floors, a walk-in closet and central heating and air conditioning. Pets are not permitted. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.
(See the full listing here.)

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