Chicago/ Real Estate & Development
Published on April 17, 2020
The most affordable apartments for rent in Bucktown, Chicago1913 W. Cortland St. | Photo: Zumper

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does the budget price on a rental in Bucktown look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

According to Walk Score's assessment, the neighborhood is quite walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $1,800, compared to a $1,600 one-bedroom median for Chicago as a whole.

A look at local listings in Bucktown via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide yields a look at what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this Chicago neighborhood.

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

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1810 N. Paulina St.

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Listed at $1,490/month, this 750-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 1810 N. Paulina St., is 17.2% less than the $1,800/month median rent for a one bedroom in Bucktown.

The building offers on-site laundry. In the unit, you're promised a walk-in closet, hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The listing specifies a $500 administrative fee and a $250 pet fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

1841 N. Hermitage Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 1841 N. Hermitage Ave. It's listed for $1,495/month.

You'll find a dishwasher, both air conditioning and central heating and hardwood flooring in the apartment. Good news for animal lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

1913 W. Cortland St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's an 800-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 1913 W. Cortland St., listed at $1,650/month.

The apartment features hardwood flooring. When it comes to building amenities, expect outdoor space, bike parking and on-site laundry. Pets are not permitted.

(See the listing here.)

2117 W. McLean Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 2117 W. McLean Ave., is listed for $1,700/month for its 700 square feet.

In the unit, expect hardwood flooring, a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and both central heating and air conditioning. Good news for animal lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the listing here.)


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