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Renting in Chicago: What will $1,600 get you?

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Published on July 23, 2019
Renting in Chicago: What will $1,600 get you?1606 E. Hyde Park Blvd. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Chicago?

We've rounded up the latest rental offerings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating a place in Chicago if you've got $1,600/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1323 W. Morse Ave. (Rogers Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $1,501/month, this 750-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1323 W. Morse Ave.

In the unit, you can expect a dishwasher, in-unit laundry and a balcony. Amenities offered in the building include a fitness center. Both cats and dogs are allowed. Be prepared for a $250 pet fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is very walkable, is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1606 E. Hyde Park Blvd. (Kenwood)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit located at 1606 E. Hyde Park Blvd. It's listed for $1,509/month for its 650 square feet.

In the unit, you'll find stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher. Pets are not welcome.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

401 W. Fullerton Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 401 W. Fullerton Ave. that's going for $1,505/month.

In the apartment, you can expect a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. The building boasts on-site laundry and a roof deck. Good news for cat lovers: Kitties are permitted.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address has excellent walkability, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

4600 N. Clarendon Ave. (Uptown)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 4600 N. Clarendon Ave., here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,509/month.

The apartment offers hardwood flooring. The building features additional storage space, on-site laundry and a fitness center. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has excellent transit.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

707 W. Sheridan Road (Lake View East)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a 675-square-foot studio apartment at 707 W. Sheridan Road that's going for $1,525/month.

The building offers on-site laundry, secured entry, a fitness center and a swimming pool. Cats and dogs are both permitted.

Walk Score indicates that this location is extremely walkable, is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

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