Chicago/ Real Estate & Development
Published on February 20, 2020
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,600 get you?1100 N. Dearborn 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 locating apartment rentals in Chicago if you don't want to spend more than $1,600/month on rent.

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

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1337 W. Fargo Ave. (Rogers Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $1,507/month, this 1,149-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1337 W. Fargo Ave.

In the apartment, you can anticipate a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. The building features an elevator and secured entry. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $250 pet fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

1100 N. Dearborn St. (Near North)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 1100 N. Dearborn St. that's going for $1,515/month.

The unit offers hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. When it comes to building amenities, expect a gym and on-site laundry. The rental is cat-friendly.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

441 E. Erie St. (Streeterville)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this studio apartment that's located at 441 E. Erie St. It's also listed for $1,515/month.

The building features a gym and a swimming pool. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

4242 N. Sheridan Road (Buena Park)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom abode located at 4242 N. Sheridan Road. It's listed for $1,524/month.

In the unit, expect to see a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and a balcony. The building offers on-site laundry. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

1400 N. Lake Shore Drive (Gold Coast)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a 521-square-foot studio apartment at 1400 N. Lake Shore Drive that's going for $1,525/month.

The building offers on-site management, a roof deck, a gym and an elevator. In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. Attention pet owners: This spot allows both cats and dogs.

(Check out the complete listing here.)


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