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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL

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  • Apartments Under $100

  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $75
    1 bd $1,000
    2 bd $1,200
    Base rent
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    7754 -56 S Throop St

    3.0 (2)
    1306-1310 W 78Th St, Chciago, IL 60620
    Apply online • Hardwood Floors

  • Apartments Under $1,000

  • New Units Available 63 units available
    Studio $919
    1 bd $903+
    2 bd $1,374
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    THREE Old Town Park

    4.5 (38)
    228 W Hill Street, Chicago, IL 60610
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $915+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1168 N. LaSalle

    4.5 (8)
    1168 North Lasalle Drive, Chicago, IL 60610
    Pet friendly
  • 25 units available
    Studio $990+
    1 bd $1,361+
    2 bd $1,594+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Prairie Shores

    2937 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

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  • Apartments Under $1,300

  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,289+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Gramercy Row Apartments

    3.5 (13)
    660 - 678 N. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60654
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

  • Apartments Under $1,500

  • New Units Available
    Studio $1,413+
    1 bd $2,032+
    2 bd $3,455+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Presidential Towers

    555 West Madison, Chicago, IL 60661
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available
    Studio $1,430+
    1 bd $1,705+
    2 bd $2,595+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    14 West Elm Apartments

    4.5 (40)
    14 West Elm Street, Chicago, IL 60610
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Fitness center

  • Apartments Under $1,600

  • Rent specials 13 units available
    Studio $1,595+
    1 bd $1,895+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Oliver On LaSalle

    4.5 (5)
    1140 N Lasalle Dr, Chicago, IL 60610
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

  • Apartments Under $1,700

  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    MDA Apartments

    3.5 (11)
    63 E Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60601
    Pet friendly
  • Studio $1,796+
    1 bd $1,810+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Rosie

    1461 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
    Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,805+
    1 bd $2,345+
    2 bd $4,045+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Axis Apartments And Lofts

    441 E. Erie St., Chicago, IL 60611
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,828+
    1 bd $2,299+
    2 bd $4,166+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1350 North Lake Shore Drive

    4.5 (25)
    1350 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60610
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

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  • New Units Available
    Studio $1,899+
    1 bd $2,275+
    2 bd $3,570+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    River North Park

    4.0 (7)
    320 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,900+
    1 bd $2,250+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    65 East Scott

    4.5 (64)
    65 East Scott, Chicago, IL 60610
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $1,952+
    1 bd $2,071+
    2 bd $2,954+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

    4.0 (60)
    1212 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    ELEVEN THIRTY

    4.0 (23)
    1130 South Michigan Avenue, CHICAGO, IL 60605
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Washer/Dryer
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  • New Units Available
    Studio $2,005
    1 bd $2,110+
    2 bd $2,785+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    777 South State

    4.0 (41)
    2 East 8Th St., Chicago, IL 60605
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $2,060
    2 bd $2,925
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Uncommon

    3.5 (5)
    2101 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,095
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Pittsfield Apartments

    4.0 (97)
    55 East Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • New Units Available
    Studio $2,129+
    1 bd $2,232+
    2 bd $3,159+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Scio At The Medical District

    4.5 (38)
    901 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60607
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,534+
    1 bd $2,848+
    2 bd $4,993+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    868 N. Wells

    4.5 (7)
    868 N. Wells Street, Chicago, IL 60610
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $4,295
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    10-12 W. Chestnut

    4.0 (1)
    10 W Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60610
    Apply online • Cat friendly • In unit laundry
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    2008 S. Wabash Ave

    2008 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
    Cat friendly • Parking • Air conditioner
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    529 Michigan

    4.5 (5)
    529-35 Michigan, Evanston, IL 606202
    Cat friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • 3-22-nhood

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,952 and $3,682.

How many cheap rentals are available in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL on RentCafe?

There are 2 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL were last updated on 4 Sep 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL?

The average Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL cheap apartment size is 439 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL?

A cheap apartment in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Downtown Chicago has never been easier. We feature 185 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL average, which is currently $3,172. On RentCafe, Downtown Chicago rents go as low as $903/mo.