Chicago/ Real Estate & Development
Published on January 23, 2020
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,700 get you?839 W. Diversey Parkway. | 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 finding apartment rentals in Chicago if you're on a budget of up to $1,700/month.

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

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4403 N. Clark St., #2N (Sheridan Park)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 4403 N. Clark St. It's listed for $1,604/month.

The building features on-site laundry. The apartment also features a deck, a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is very walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1828 W. Lawrence Ave. (Ravenswood)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 1828 W. Lawrence Ave. It's listed for $1,614/month.

The building features outdoor space. The listing also promises a dishwasher and hardwood flooring in the unit. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

839 W. Diversey Parkway (Wrightwood Neighbors)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 839 W. Diversey Parkway, here's a studio apartment that's listed for $1,615/month.

In the apartment, which comes furnished, expect to see central heating, hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. The building includes on-site laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

4659 S. Drexel Blvd. (North Kenwood)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom spot situated at 4659 S. Drexel Blvd. It's listed for $1,617/month for its 838 square feet.

In the residence, the listing promises a dishwasher, carpeted floors, air conditioning and high ceilings. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

425 W. Surf St. (Lake View East)

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Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a 645-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 425 W. Surf St. that's going for $1,620/month.

The building has on-site laundry and assigned parking. In the apartment, expect to see hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

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

(Take a look at the full listing here.)


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