Chicago/ Real Estate & Development
Published on March 10, 2020
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $900 get you?2851 S. King Drive. | 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 affordable apartments in Chicago if you've got up to $900/month earmarked for your rent.

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

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Lakewood Avenue (Rogers Park)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $810/month, this 500-square-foot studio apartment is located at Lakewood Avenue.

In the apartment, you can expect hardwood flooring. The building features on-site laundry, an intercom, bike parking and an elevator. This property is cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, this location is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1135 W. Pratt Blvd. (Rogers Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, there's this studio apartment located at 1135 W. Pratt Blvd. It's listed for $815/month.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate on-site laundry, a gym, additional storage space and bike parking. Also, expect to find a renovated kitchen and hardwood flooring in the unit. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

2851 S. King Drive (Prairie Shores)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a 400-square-foot studio apartment at 2851 S. King Drive that's going for $823/month.

In the apartment, you'll find carpeted floors and a dishwasher. The building features on-site laundry and assigned parking. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

5540 S. Hyde Park Blvd. (East Hyde Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, check out this 250-square-foot studio apartment that's located at 5540 S. Hyde Park Blvd. It's listed for $825/month.

Building amenities include a business center, on-site laundry, a resident lounge, bike parking and a gym. In the unit, the listing promises carpeted floors. Animals are not permitted.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2119 N. Sedgwick St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 2119 N. Sedgwick St., here's a studio apartment that's also listed for $825/month.

The unit comes with hardwood flooring, central heating, a walk-in closet and a ceiling fan. The building features on-site management and on-site laundry. Animals are not welcome. Be prepared for a $50 application fee.

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

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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