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Renting in Chicago: What will $700 get you?

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Published on June 24, 2019
Renting in Chicago: What will $700 get you?5501 W. Washington Blvd. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Chicago?

We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to hunting down an apartment in Chicago if you don't want to spend more than $700/month on rent.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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741 E. 79th St. (Chatham)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $615/month, this 375-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence is located at 741 E. 79th St.

In the unit, you can expect both air conditioning and central heating, an eat-in kitchen and hardwood flooring. Building amenities include an intercom. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and has good transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

5501 W. Washington Blvd. (South Austin)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this studio apartment situated at 5501 W. Washington Blvd. It's listed for $618/month for its 415 square feet.

Building amenities include an elevator, a fitness center and on-site laundry. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is quite walkable, is quite bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

7834 S. Coles Ave. (South Shore)

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's a 500-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot at 7834 S. Coles Ave. that's going for $625/month.

In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring and an eat-in kitchen. Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking, on-site laundry and an intercom. Pets are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

7358 S. Blackstone Ave. (Grand Crossing)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, here's a 450-square-foot studio apartment at 7358 S. Blackstone Ave. that's going for $650/month.

In the residence, the listing promises central heating and hardwood flooring. Pets are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location is quite walkable, is very bikeable and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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