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Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL under $1200. 636 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    8951 S Ada St, Chicago, IL 60620
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  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden floors
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    4755 N. Sawyer, Chicago, IL 60625
    STUDIO $950+
  • ? a bedroom with wood floors and a ceiling fan
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    5348 N. Wolcott Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    703 N Austin Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
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  • a tall brick building with trees in front of a street
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    3941 N. Pine Grove Ave., Chicago, IL 60613
    STUDIO $985+
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  • a small kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator
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    4106 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove refrigerator and sink
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    4031 N. Kenmore Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613
    STUDIO $1,150
  • an apartment building with a wrought iron fence in front of it
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    2048 W Chase Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
    1 BED $1,145+
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    7917 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    8222 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • a small kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    8000 S Paulina, Chicago, IL 60620
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    1 BED $960
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black dishwasher and a counter top
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    7620 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $975
  • a kitchen with a stove and refrigerator and a door
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    7934 S Wabash, Chicago, IL 60619
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    1 BED $925+
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  • a kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    5316 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
    STUDIO $1,025+
  • a kitchen with dark cabinets and a radiator and a door
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    5125 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    1 BED $925+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    808 W 76Th St, Chicago, IL 60620
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  • a living room with a couch and a table and a ceiling fan
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    5541 S. Everett Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
    STUDIO $1,059+
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    7505 S. Calumet Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
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    1 BED $610+
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  • a red brick building on the side of a street
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    5634-42 N. Magnolia Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
    STUDIO $1,000
  • a kitchen with a stove refrigerator and a sink
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    7800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a stove and a door
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    7451 S Eberhart Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a tiled floor
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    7400 S Yates, Chicago, IL 60649
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a window
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    4151-57 W Cullom Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
    1 BED $1,141+
  • a kitchen with dark cabinets and a sink and a window
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    5201 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a sink
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    3600 W Franklin Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Chicago, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Chicago, IL were last updated on 23 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Chicago, IL?

The best apartments in Chicago, IL are: 2533 W. Augusta Blvd., 2950 North Sheridan, 8951 S Ada St, 2801 W Logan and Mulligan School Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Chicago, IL?

In Chicago 54% of the housing is rented out compared to 46% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 26% of Chicago's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 67% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 6% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Chicago, IL under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in Chicago, IL under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Chicago, IL, where the average rent is $1,117 per month, there are 636 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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