Chicago/ Real Estate & Development
Published on February 27, 2020
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,700 get you?420 W. Belmont Ave. | 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 locating apartment rentals in Chicago if you've got a budget of up to $1,700/month.

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

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1606 E. Hyde Park Blvd. (East Hyde Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 1606 E. Hyde Park Blvd. It's listed for $1,608/month for its 850 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and assigned parking. In the apartment, the listing promises hardwood floors and a renovated kitchen. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

420 W. Belmont Ave. (Lake View East)

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Next, there's this 565-square-foot studio apartment at 420 W. Belmont Ave. that's going for $1,609/month.

In the apartment, expect to see hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and in-unit laundry. The building has garage parking and secured entry. Pet lovers are in luck: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is very walkable, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

915 W. Montana St. (Lincoln Park)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then, check out this 750-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence that's located at 915 W. Montana St. It's listed for $1,610/month.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate additional storage space and assigned parking. In the unit, you'll see hardwood flooring and a fireplace. This property is cat-friendly. Look out for a $100 cat fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

839 W. Diversey Parkway (Lincoln Park)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,615/month, this studio apartment is located at 839 W. Diversey Parkway.

The building has on-site laundry. In the apartment, you can expect stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring and central heating. Animals are not welcome.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

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