Chicago/ Real Estate & Development
Published on April 21, 2020
Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $1,700 get you? 5050 N. Sheridan Road. | 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 hunting down apartment rentals in Chicago if you've got up to $1,700/month earmarked for your rent.

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

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443 E. Ohio St. (Streeterville)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,603/month, this 720-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 443 E. Ohio St.

The unit offers a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher. The building boasts garage parking and a swimming pool. This rental is cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

833 W. Buena Ave. (Buena Park)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom abode located at 833 W. Buena Ave. It's listed for $1,605/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and assigned parking. In the unit, expect to see hardwood flooring, a renovated kitchen and a dishwasher. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

5050 N. Sheridan Road (Uptown)

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Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot at 5050 N. Sheridan Road that's going for $1,607/month.

The residence offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, air conditioning, a dishwasher, a ceiling fan and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot allows cats and dogs.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is extremely walkable, is great for biking and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

4242 N. Sheridan Road (Buena Park)

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Located at 4242 N. Sheridan Road, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot that's listed for $1,609/month.

The residence offers a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. The building offers on-site laundry and assigned parking. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)


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