Chicago/ Real Estate & Development
Published on August 16, 2019
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $2,000 get you?730 S. Clark St. | 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 hunting down affordable apartments in Chicago if you've got up to $2,000/month earmarked for your rent.

Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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400 E. South Water St. (New Eastside)

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Photo: Zumper

First, listed at $1,896/month, this 615-square-foot studio apartment is located at 400 E. South Water St.

In the residence, you can expect a balcony, a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and in-unit laundry. Good news for animal lovers: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

5326 S. Greenwood Ave. (Hyde Park)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit over at 5326 S. Greenwood Ave. It's listed for $1,901/month for its 858 square feet.

Building amenities include outdoor space. Cats and dogs are not permitted.

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

(Check out the complete listing here.)

4807 N. Wolcott Ave. (Ravenswood)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 4807 N. Wolcott Ave. that's going for $1,903/month.

In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher. The building has on-site laundry. Good news for pet lovers: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is extremely walkable, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

730 S. Clark St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 815-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence that's located at 730 S. Clark St. It's listed for $1,905/month.

The residence includes in-unit laundry, a walk-in closet, hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

5001 Ashland Ave. (Ravenswood)

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Last but not least, located at 5001 Ashland Ave., here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,905/month.

The apartment comes with a fireplace, central heating and hardwood flooring. The building boasts secured entry. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

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