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Renting in Chicago: What will $900 get you?

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Published on July 13, 2019
Renting in Chicago: What will $900 get you?5120 S. Hyde Park Blvd. | Photos: 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 finding housing in Chicago with a budget of $900/month.

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

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5120 S. Hyde Park Blvd. (East Hyde Park)

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Check out this studio apartment over at 5120 S. Hyde Park Blvd. It's listed for $805/month for its 239 square feet.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

5528 S. Cornell Ave. (East Hyde Park)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a 426-square-foot studio apartment at 5528 S. Cornell Ave. that's going for $814/month.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

505 W. Belmont Ave. (Lake View East)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this studio apartment that's located at 505 W. Belmont Ave. It's listed for $820/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring and large windows. Both cats and dogs are welcome.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

4411 N. Kenneth Ave. (Mayfair)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 4411 N. Kenneth Ave., here's a 500-square-foot studio apartment that's listed for $825/month.

In the unit, you'll find hardwood flooring, a fireplace and a dishwasher. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and assigned parking. Good news for cat lovers: Kitties are permitted.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is very walkable, is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

(See the complete listing here.)

1716 W. Albion Ave. (Rogers Park)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this studio apartment located at 1716 W. Albion Ave. It's listed for $825/month.

The unit comes with central heating and hardwood flooring. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate additional storage space and on-site laundry. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are welcome on this property.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is friendly for those on foot, is very bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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