
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 hunting down affordable apartments in Chicago if you don't want to spend more than $1,400/month on rent.
Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)
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1642 E. 56th St. (East Hyde Park)

First, there's this studio apartment situated at 1642 E. 56th St. It's also listed for $1,305/month for its 514 square feet.
Building amenities include a gym and on-site laundry. In the unit, expect to find a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. Pets are permitted.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options.
(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)
5300 S. Drexel Blvd. (Hyde Park)
Here's a 514-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence at 5300 S. Drexel Blvd. that's also going for $1,305/month.
The apartment has a dishwasher. Cats and dogs are not welcome.
Walk Score indicates that this location is very walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.
(Take a look at the full listing here.)
949 W. Cornelia Ave. (Lakeview)
Located at 949 W. Cornelia Ave., here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,310/month.
The unit features hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. The building offers on-site laundry. Pet lovers are in luck: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.
Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.
(Check out the complete listing here.)
2834 W. Palmer St. (Palmer Square)
Next, there's this studio apartment over at 2834 W. Palmer St. It's also listed for $1,310/month.
Look for a dishwasher and granite countertops in the unit. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.
Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has excellent transit.
(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)
1120 E. 47th St. (North Kenwood)
Here's an 881-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom abode at 1120 E. 47th St. that's going for $1,312/month.
The residence has hardwood flooring. Pets are not welcome here.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.
(Take a look at the full listing here.)
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