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Published on June 19, 2020
The most affordable apartments for rent in Old Town, Chicago1550 N. Wieland St. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Old Town are hovering around $1,800, compared to a $1,600 one-bedroom median for Chicago as a whole.

So how does the low-end pricing on an Old Town rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

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

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1504 N. Dearborn St.

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $850/month, this studio apartment, located at 1504 N. Dearborn St., is 47.0% less than the $1,603/month median rent for a studio in Old Town.

Building amenities include an elevator and on-site laundry. The residence has hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. For those with furry friends in tow, this rental is pet-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

North Wells and West Goethe streets

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at North Wells and West Goethe streets, which is going for $1,339/month.

Building amenities include on-site laundry and a gym. The unit comes with granite countertops and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

(See the full listing here.)

1220 N. LaSalle Drive

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this apartment at 1220 N. LaSalle Drive, listed at $1,495/month.

The apartment features a walk-in closet, a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The building features garage parking and on-site laundry.

(See the listing here.)

245 W. North Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Check out this studio apartment at 245 W. North Ave., listed at $1,495/month.

You can expect hardwood flooring in the furnished apartment. Cats and dogs are not permitted.

(Here's the listing.)

1550 N. Wieland St.

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Last but not least, there's this studio apartment, situated at 1550 N. Wieland St., and listed for $1,531/month.

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

(See the listing here.)


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