How much is the average rent in Chicago, IL for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Chicago's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,000 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $2,500 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions across the city's diverse neighborhoods and building types.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Chicago, IL?

Chicago renters can find the lowest prices in February, while July sees the highest rent with approximately a 4.2% difference between peak and off-peak months. November and December offer the least competitive rental periods, making winter months ideal for securing better deals compared to the high-demand summer season.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Chicago, IL?

Chicago's most dynamic neighborhoods include the Loop, Near West Side, River North, and Near North Side, which offer vibrant social scenes with mixed-use developments and high transit frequency. Pet owners should consider North Center, River North, West Lawn, and Ashburn for their pet-friendly amenities and convenient access to dog parks.

What areas of Chicago, IL are best for budget-conscious renters?

Chicago's most affordable neighborhoods include Chatham at around $1,050 per month (52% below city median), Austin at around $1,130 per month (48% below city median), and South Shore at around $1,240 per month (43% below city median). Avalon Park and Gage Park also offer budget-friendly options with median rents around $1,010 and $1,310 respectively.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Chicago, IL?

Chicago offers excellent options for pet owners, with 65% of rental listings featuring pet-friendly policies across the city's neighborhoods. North Center, River North, West Lawn, and Ashburn provide particularly strong pet amenities including pet-safe windows, outdoor space, and unrestricted pet policies along with convenient access to dog parks and grooming services.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Chicago, IL?

Chicago rental listings rarely include utilities as part of the rent, with only about 0.03% of apartments offering this arrangement across all bedroom types. This pattern remains consistent whether you're looking at studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or three-bedroom apartments throughout the city.

Are most apartments in Chicago, IL largely older buildings or new developments?

Chicago's rental market is dominated by high-rise buildings, which account for 83.7% of available apartments and reflect the city's vertical development from rapid 20th-century growth. Loft-style apartments make up 14.6% of rentals, featuring converted warehouses and factories that showcase the city's industrial heritage through exposed brick and high ceilings.

Low Income Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL

25 rentals available

Income restricted

2d ago

Low Income Norridge apartment for rent in Chicago

4904 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60706

Income restricted | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$1,700

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

2d ago

Low Income Norridge apartment for rent in Chicago

Gorgeous Updated 1 bed - SS Appliances - Modern Bath - Pets Allowed!

4904 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60706

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,500

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

No deposit

2d ago

Low Income Morgan Park apartment for rent in Chicago

Charming and Spacious 1bed! Heat Included!

10981 S Church St #3B, Chicago, IL 60643

Income restricted | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,295

$1,195

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

1723-45 W 91st/9101-09 S Beverly - Photo 1 of 1

Income restricted

3d ago

9.1

Excellent

1723-45 W 91st/9101-09 S Beverly

9101 S Beverly Ave, Chicago, IL 60620

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,095–$1,350

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Income restricted

4d ago

8.3

Very good

5152-78 S King

5162 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60615

Income restricted | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,150–$1,200

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Income restricted

4d ago

8.5

Very good

3213-23 W Diversey Ave

2749 N Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Income restricted | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

1 bath

$1,995–$2,200

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$2,943

N Aberdeen St #904

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$2,689–$6,034

400 N Mcclurg Ct

Income restricted

No deposit

4d ago

9.1

Excellent

Lawrence Lofts

1049 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | Fitness center

1 bed

1 bath

$1,350–$1,860

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Income restricted

4d ago

Low Income apartment for rent in Bannockburn

$2,199 - 2 Bedroom Apartment In Deerfield *Inclusionary Housing*

400 Spring Cress Rd, Bannockburn, IL 60015

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,199

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

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4d ago

Low Income apartment for rent in Bannockburn

$1,875 - 1 Bedroom Apartment In Deerfield *Inclusionary Housing*

400 Spring Cress Rd, Bannockburn, IL 60015

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,875

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Income restricted

4d ago

Low Income apartment for rent in Bannockburn

$1,398 - Studio Apartment In Deerfield *Inclusionary Housing*

400 Spring Cress Rd #2, Bannockburn, IL 60015

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

Studio

1 bath

$1,398

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

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$1,195

Morgan Park

$1,350

Washington Heights

Income restricted

Age restricted

4d ago

7.4

Very good

Cottage View Terrace

4829 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

Income restricted

1 bed

1 bath

$1,075–$1,396

Apartment for rent

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income apartment for rent in Cicero

5741 W 35th St #09F, Cicero, IL 60804

Income restricted | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,000

Apartment for rent

Available Oct 9

Top amenities

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income Uptown apartment for rent in Chicago

2bed/1bath located in Ravenswood! Great location for easy commute!

4609 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,900

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income North Lawndale condo for rent in Chicago

Karlov

1823 S Karlov Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60623

Income restricted | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan

3 beds

1.5 baths

$2,300

Condo for rent

Available Jul 1

1241 N Milwaukee Ave #507 - Photo 1 of 1

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income West Town apartment for rent in Chicago

1241 N Milwaukee Ave #507, Chicago, IL 60622

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$1,367

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 5

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Cable

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income Logan Square apartment for rent in Chicago

1916 N Drake Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,850

$1,745

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

No deposit

5d+ ago

Low Income Uptown apartment for rent in Chicago

2-Bed In unit Laundry - Located in Uptown

1414 W Leland Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$1,900

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income Logan Square apartment for rent in Chicago

Large Logan Square 2bed - Recently rehabbed - Close to the 606 Trail - Income Restricted

2244 N Monticello Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,750

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

No deposit

5d+ ago

Low Income Logan Square apartment for rent in Chicago

1916 N Drake Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,745

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

3D tour

5d+ ago

Low Income Belmont Cragin apartment for rent in Chicago

2923 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income Uptown apartment for rent in Chicago

Virtual Showings Available! First Floor Ravenswood walk up, Hardwood, Bike storage, Free heat, near Beautiful park

4611 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Income restricted | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,700

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income West Lawn apartment for rent in Chicago

4307 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL

4307 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60629

Income restricted | Assigned parking | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$1,200

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Ceiling Fan

Income restricted

No deposit

5d+ ago

Low Income Morgan Park apartment for rent in Chicago

Spacious Morgan Park 1 Bed w/eat-in kit. Heat Incl!

10985 S Church St #3D, Chicago, IL 60643

Income restricted | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,295

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income Norridge apartment for rent in Chicago

Beautiful Hardwood Heights 1 Bed - Heat & Gas Included

4916 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60706

Income restricted | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,450

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

5d+ ago

Low Income Irving Park apartment for rent in Chicago

W Addison St #03, Chicago, IL 60641

Income restricted | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,050

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

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