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Cheap Houses for Rent in Chicago, IL

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Cheap Houses for Rent in Chicago, IL. 6 Rentals Available
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    301 South Springfield Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624
    3 BEDS $1,300
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    12219 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL 60643
    3 BEDS $1,600
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    455 West 126Th Place, Chicago, IL 60628
    2 BEDS $1,400
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    307 South Springfield Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624
    3 BEDS $1,500
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    Apt P, Chicago, IL 60615
    3 BEDS $1,900
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    4433 N Bernard St, Chicago, IL 60625
    2 BEDS $1,735
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Getting around in Chicago, IL

86 /100
Very Walkable
65 /100
Good Transit
64 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 86, Transit Score®: 65, Bike Score®: 64

Renting a cheap apartment in Chicago, IL

The heart of the heartland, Chicago is a Midwestern metropolis with international flavor. A diverse and friendly population, thriving tourist economy, vibrant art and theatre scene, amazing restaurants and strong athletic traditions all combine to make Chi-town much beloved. Chowing down a Chicago-style hot dog at Wrigley Field is on many baseball fans’ life lists, and this is considered one of the best cities for being a sports fan in the U.S. You could roam the city trying all of the pizza joints for weeks ...unless you got distracted by all the other culinary offerings, from street carts to super swanky A-list restaurants. The range of neighborhoods here is equally large, though many residential areas are in proximity to Lake Michigan. A well-diversified economy with strong finance, science and engineering sectors creates many good jobs. And we’d be remiss not to mention the city’s affinity for politics, especially since current U.S. President Barack Obama calls Chicago home. He was a community organizer here early in his career.

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It's all about location, location, location. Well, that and price. The good news is that you can find cheap houses for rent everywhere in the nation, whether you're looking to stay in the same city or move someplace else. Being close to your workplace, school, parks, restaurants or the people close to you is definitely important and can improve your day-to-day activities, since it prevents you from spending hours on commute. At RentCafe, we made it easy for you to find an ideal and affordable house in your preferred location, that being in the certain neighborhood or ZIP code. Just use our filters, select your ideal location and browse away!

Cheap houses for rent in Chicago, IL

So you’re on a journey to find a new house for rent and that’s incredibly exciting! However, the budget can sometimes be an issue. In Chicago, the average rent is $1,572, but you can find a great house for the average price or even for less if you are flexible on location or amenities. Renting a cheaper house means that you get to save a few bucks for other things or activities that matter most to you. And, depending on the location or the space that you’re looking for, it could also mean that you don’t have to compromise on comfort. With 6 cheaper houses currently available in Chicago, you are sure to find your match. Use the filters to narrow your search according to your preferred size, location and budget and you will discover the best fits for you.

How to search for affordable houses

Once you’ve set your mind on a maximum budget for your new rental house, begin searching for houses available in the city of your choice. Next, refine your search by selecting filters such as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, whether you need a pet - friendly rental or not, or by community amenities. Our search feature will display the best results in a matter of seconds and you’ll be able to tour the most affordable options that meet your needs. If you still need to look around, you can always expand the search by selecting a nearby location or adjusting the filters. Your next house is out there waiting for you and we’re here to help you find it as easily and quickly as possible!

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