1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL
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Chicago, IL Demographics

Total Population2,699,347
Female 1,310,878

Male 1,388,469
Median Age34.8

In total, Chicago, IL has 2,699,347 residents, 1,388,469 women and 1,310,878 men, per U.S. Census records. The median age of Chicago’s population is 34.8.

Average Rent in Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL Average Rental Price, July 2022 $2,206 ^/mo

The average rent for an apartment in Chicago, IL is $2,206 per month.

Chicago, IL Apartment Rent Ranges

A share of 1% of apartments in Chicago, IL are in the lowest price range of $501-$700. Around 22% of rentals in this city are in the highest price range of $1,501-$2,000. Around 8% of Chicago’s apartments have monthly rents between $701-$1,000. There are 20% of apartments with rents between $1,001-$1,500.

Chicago, IL Rent Trends

Average Rent	Mar / 2019	Jul / 2019	Nov / 2019	Mar / 2020	Jul / 2020	Nov / 2020	Mar / 2021	Jul / 2021	Nov / 2021	Mar / 2022	Jul / 2022
Chicago, IL	$1,910	$1,998	$1,950	$1,967	$1,918	$1,794	$1,862	$2,033	$2,091	$2,080	$2,206
National	$1,375	$1,407	$1,415	$1,416	$1,406	$1,410	$1,418	$1,501	$1,596	$1,634	$1,706

The average rent for an apartment in Chicago, IL is $2,206, whereas the average monthly rent in the U.S. is $1,706.

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Chicago, IL Households

Total Number of Households1,081,143
Family 565,754

Non-family 515,389
Children 274,229

No Children 806,914

Average People Per Household2.44
Median Household Income$62,097
Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,282

Chicago, IL has 1,081,143 households. According to the most recent Census data, there are 565,754 family households and 515,389 non-family households in the city. 274,229 Chicago households have children and 806,914 households do not. The average number of people living in a household in Chicago, IL is 2.44. The median income in Chicago is $62,097 per household per year, with $1,282 spent on housing monthly.

Chicago, IL Education Statistics

6% of the Chicago, IL population have no high school education, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 30% of the city’s residents went to high school, 20% completed some college, 5% of the population earned an Associate Degree, 23% earned a Bachelor Degree, and 15% earned a Graduate Degree.

Most Expensive 1 Bedroom Apartment
Westerly $2,049 - $32,016
Cheapest 1 Bedroom Apartment
3715 N. Fremont St. $195

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Chicago, IL

A one bedroom apartment is a versatile home that works perfectly not only for single people, but also for couples or roommates. There is also a wide selection of one bedroom apartments in Chicago, IL to choose from, so you can snatch your perfect apartment home. An average single bedroom apartment in Chicago, IL is about 988 Sq.Ft., so it’s definitely larger than your average studio, and even though it might cost more, it also brings some extra benefits to the table. You’ll get to enjoy the privacy of a separate bedroom, and if guests come over and your bedroom is a mess, you can just close the door. The average monthly rent is about $3,041, but you can find more affordable 1 bedroom apartments for as little as $850. It’s useful to know that if you’re looking for a cheap apartment, one bedroom efficiency apartments can be a great choice. Even though they are a bit smaller that a regular 1-bedroom unit, they are definitely more affordable, and you still get to enjoy the benefit of having a separate kitchen.

Quick guide to finding cheap furnished one bedroom apartments

If you’re looking for a one bedroom furnished apartment, the smartest way to search is by selecting "Furnished" under the "More" menu tab. Your results will only display properties that offer furnished rentals. In total, there are 1,821 rental units located in 884 Chicago, IL properties, and a good percentage of them are furnished. You should know that the monthly rent for these already furnished units is usually bigger, but you’re saving on, well, furniture and decorating costs. These apartments can rent for up to $10,710. In case you’re feeling overwhelmed by the wide selection, we’ll give you a tip. Sort your selection by "Rent", ascending, to see the cheapest rentals listed first. Don’t let that perfect apartment slip! Contact the property to check its availability and you can secure your lease directly on RentCafe.

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