Apartments in Chicago

The Windy City’s Chicago apartments will blow you away

For city living in apartments Chicago has it all

With a population of 2.8 million, Chicago is the nation’s third largest city, and the largest in Illinois. The birthplace of the skyscraper, Chicago has long been known for its architectural heritage, and is home to the well-known Chicago and Prairie schools of architecture—featured in many Chicago apartments. Chicago is a fantastic place to live, and residents in apartments in Chicago have a broad choice of activities. Famous attractions for tourists and residents alike include the Art Institute of Chicago, Shedd Aquarium, and famous sports teams, such as the Bears, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox. With a long Lake Michigan lakefront, Chicago offers plenty of opportunities for entertainment outdoors, too.

Apartments in Chicago are diverse and affordable

Chicago’s cost of living is high: 66% above the national average. But, if you take your time, you can still find affordable Chicago apartments. For apartments Chicago offers an enormous variety, from small city apartments to sprawling units in the suburbs. The average rent for apartments in Chicago is just over $1,000 a month.

Begin your search for Chicago apartments today

Chicago has three main areas. North Side is mostly residential and features the city’s nicest living spaces. West Side is ideal for those looking for apartments in Chicago on a budget. South Side, the largest area, has many types of Chicago apartments for rent. From China Town to Greek Town, from Little Italy to Old Town, the choice of apartments in Chicago is limitless. And outside of the city, suburbs such as Evanston, Oak Park and Schaumburg are an easy commute on the El, the city’s extensive and efficient elevated rail system.

Evanston	Naperville	Aurora	Arlington Heights	Wheaton
Schaumburg	Carol Stream	Woodridge	Palatine	Champaign
Alton	Gurnee	Lombard	Lisle	Bloomingdale
Oak Park	Waukegan	Lansing	Elmhurst	Wheeling
Chicago	Evanston	Naperville	Aurora	Arlington Heights
Wheaton	Schaumburg	Carol Stream	Woodridge	Palatine