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Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $2,200 get you?

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Published on January 03, 2020
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $2,200 get you?215 W. Lake St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

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 $2,200/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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121 W. Chestnut St. (Near North)

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Listed at $1,847/month, this studio apartment is located at 121 W. Chestnut St.

Building amenities include a gym and a rooftop deck. Pets are allowed.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

801 S. Financial Place

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 801 S. Financial Place. It's listed for $2,107/month for its 609 square feet.

The building has assigned parking and a swimming pool. In the apartment, expect to find hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. The listing specifies a $200 cat fee and a $440 dog fee.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

5910 N. Sheridan Road (Edgewater Beach)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a two-bedroom, two-bathroom abode at 5910 N. Sheridan Road that's going for $2,121/month.

In the residence, the listing promises hardwood flooring, a balcony and a dishwasher. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. Pet lovers are in luck: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

400 N. LaSalle Drive (River North)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo that's located at 400 N. LaSalle Drive. It's listed for $2,125/month.

You can expect to find stainless steel appliances, a balcony, hardwood flooring and granite countertops in the condo. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

215 W. Lake St. (The Loop)

Photo: Apartment Guide

Located at 215 W. Lake St., here's a 681-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $2,133/month.

Look for a dishwasher in the unit. The building features garage parking, a gym and secured entry. Good news for animal lovers: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

(See the complete listing here.)


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