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Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,600 get you?

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Published on October 14, 2019
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,600 get you?North LaSalle Drive and West Division Street. | 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 if you don't want to spend more than $1,600/month on rent.

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

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North LaSalle Drive and West Division Street (Old Town)

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Listed at $1,505/month, this 700-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at North LaSalle Drive and West Division Street.

The unit has hardwood flooring, a dishwasher and a deck. When it comes to building amenities, expect an elevator, on-site laundry and a gym. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

5307 S. Hyde Park Blvd. (East Hyde Park)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence over at 5307 S. Hyde Park Blvd. It's also listed for $1,505/month for its 545 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate a resident lounge and a gym. The listing also promises granite countertops and stainless steel appliances in the residence. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

According to Walk Score, this location is friendly for those on foot, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

542 W. Surf St. (Lake View East)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 542 W. Surf St. that's going for $1,508/month.

Expect to see central heating and hardwood flooring in the apartment. The building includes on-site laundry. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

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

(See the full listing here.)

5222 S. Drexel Ave. (Hyde Park)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 913-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom spot that's located at 5222 S. Drexel Ave. It's listed for $1,511/month.

Outdoor space is listed as a building amenity. Pets are not welcome.

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

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

441 E. Erie St. (Streeterville)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 441 E. Erie St., here's a studio apartment that's listed for $1,515/month.

The building features a gym and a swimming pool. Pet owners, take heed: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and has excellent transit.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

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