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Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $800 get you?

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Published on September 18, 2019
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $800 get you? 9052 S. Dauphin Ave. | 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 locating apartment rentals in Chicago with a budget of up to $800/month.

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

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9052 S. Dauphin Ave. (Burnside)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 9052 S. Dauphin Ave., here's a 505-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode that's listed for $750/month.

The unit includes carpeted floors. Cats and dogs are not welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

5541 S. Everett Ave. (East Hyde Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $762/month, this 285-square-foot studio apartment is located at 5541 S. Everett Ave.

In the unit, you can expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a walk-in closet. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is quite walkable, is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

5450 N. Winthrop Ave. (Edgewater Beach)

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Here's a 325-square-foot studio apartment at 5450 N. Winthrop Ave. that's going for $795/month.

The building has on-site laundry. The residence also offers both air conditioning and central heating and hardwood flooring. Cats and dogs are not welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

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

(See the full listing here.)

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