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Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,100 get you?

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Published on July 27, 2019
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,100 get you? 5732 W. Washington Blvd. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Chicago?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to finding affordable apartments in Chicago if you're on a budget of $1,100/month.

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

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1630 S. Sawyer Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

First, here's a three-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 1630 S. Sawyer Ave. It's also listed for $1,005/month for its 1,016 square feet.

The building has on-site laundry. In the unit, you can expect an eat-in kitchen. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is friendly for those on foot, is quite bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

4455 S. Greenwood Ave. (North Kenwood)

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Here's a 470-square-foot studio apartment at 4455 S. Greenwood Ave. that's going for $1,009/month.

The unit offers hardwood flooring and large windows. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

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

(See the full listing here.)

5732 W. Washington Blvd. (South Austin)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 5732 W. Washington Blvd., here's an 800-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom abode that's listed for $1,010/month.

Look for an eat-in kitchen and hardwood flooring in the unit. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is relatively bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1117 N. Lawler Ave. (South Austin)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,010/month, this 750-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom residence is located at 1117 N. Lawler Ave.

In the unit, you can anticipate an eat-in kitchen. Animals are not welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

444 W. St. James Place

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this studio apartment situated at 444 W. St. James Place. It's listed for $1,015/month for its 367 square feet.

In the apartment, the listing promises a deck, a fireplace, carpeted floors and air conditioning. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate on-site laundry. Feline companions are permitted.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

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