Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $4,200 get you?

Apartments for rent in Chicago: What will $4,200 get you?445 E. Illinois St. | Photo: Zumper
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Published on June 30, 2020

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 scoring affordable apartments in Chicago if you don't want to spend more than $4,200/month on rent.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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514 N. Peshtigo Court (Streeterville)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $4,134/month, this 949-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode is located at 514 N. Peshtigo Court.

In the furnished unit, you can expect hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. When it comes to building amenities, expect a swimming pool and a gym. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1355 W. Washington Blvd. (Near West Side)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this three-bedroom, two-bathroom condo situated at 1355 W. Washington Blvd. It's listed for $4,150/month for its 1,750 square feet.

Amenities offered in the building include garage parking. In the unit, you can expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a balcony and a dishwasher. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a $4,150 broker's fee and a $4,250 security deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

445 E. Illinois St. (Streeterville)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at 445 E. Illinois St. that's also going for $4,150/month.

The unit offers a balcony, in-unit laundry, a dishwasher and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that this location is a "walker's paradise" and is very bikeable.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1616 E. 56th St. (East Hyde Park)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 1,485-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence that's located at 1616 E. 56th St. It's listed for $4,175/month.

In the unit, expect to find a walk-in closet, in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. The building has a gym. Pet lovers are in luck: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, this location is a "walker's paradise," is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

175 E. Delaware Place (Streeterville)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 175 E. Delaware Place, here's a three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's listed for $4,190/month.

In the unit, you'll find a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate a swimming pool and garage parking. The rental is cat-friendly. Look out for a $375 broker's fee.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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