Apartments Under $1,200 in Chicago, IL

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$ Ask - 5,934
345 E Wacker Dr Chicago, IL
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$ Ask - 1,280
2600 W. Montrose/4400-14 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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United Center
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$915 - 1,195
Chicago, IL
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Lincoln Park
10
$1,165
Chicago, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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West Ridge
6
$1,150 - 1,175
Chicago, IL
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Albany Park
$1,200
4764 N. Virginia, #305 Chicago, IL
Studio | May. 1, 2026
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Lincoln Square
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$1,100
2747 W 59th St Chicago, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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Chicago Lawn
10
$1,025 - 1,050
2349-2359 W Devon - 6351-6355 N Western Chicago, IL
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West Ridge
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$1,137
5516 N. Kenmore, Unit A704 Chicago, IL
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Edgewater
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$1,058 - 1,200
5240 N Winthrop Ave Chicago, IL
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Edgewater
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3D Tour
$1,150 - 1,595
901 W. Argyle Chicago, IL
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3D Tour
$825 - 1,295
5017 N. Wolcott Chicago, IL
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Lincoln Square
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$1,150 - 1,395
1901 W. Wilson Chicago, IL
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Lincoln Square
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$925 - 1,450
Chicago, IL
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$1,150 - 1,250
Chicago, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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16
$1,095
4602 N. Beacon, Unit C-6 Chicago, IL
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Uptown
17
$1,195
7333 N Rdg Unit A011 Chicago, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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Rogers Park
14
$1,150
7333 N Rdg Unit A205 Chicago, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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Rogers Park
18
$1,195
3304 W. Schubert, Unit Ai2 Chicago, IL
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Logan Square
20
$1,065 - 1,135
Chicago, IL
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Lakeview
5
$820 - 875
Chicago, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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The Loop
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$1,150
7201-09 S Constance Ave Chicago, IL
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South Shore
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$900
6720 S Jeffery Blvd Chicago, IL
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South Shore
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$930 - 1,460
6104 S. Woodlawn Chicago, IL
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Woodlawn
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$1,050
Chicago, IL
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Woodlawn
5
$1,100
Chicago, IL
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Austin
6
$1,095 - 1,125
Chicago, IL
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Lincoln Square
6
$850 - 975
3255 W Eastwood Ave Chicago, IL
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Albany Park
9
$1,196 - 1,815
Chicago, IL
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Old Town
9
$975 - 1,150
Chicago, IL
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Apartments Under $1,200 in Chicago, IL: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 Chicago Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Chicago rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Chicago and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Chicago.

Whether you're a student searching for an affordable studio near DePaul University or a young professional looking for a one-bedroom apartment in the bustling West Loop neighborhood, this report offers valuable information to help you find your ideal rental in Chicago.
0 42 85 127 170 <$1,000 $1,080 $1,240 $1,400 $1,560 $1,720 $1,880 $2,040 $2,200 $2,360 $2,520 $2,680 $2,840 $3,000 $3,160
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Chicago stands at $1,950, with the majority falling between $1,100 and $3,250. Out of the 23,006 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Chicago, 3,551 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 15% of the total available one-bedroom units in Chicago.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Chicago vs. Surrounding Areas

Chicago, IL
Oak Park, IL
East Chicago, IN
Evanston, IL
Hammond, IN
Cicero, IL
Forest Park, IL
Berwyn, IL
Riverdale, IL
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In December 2025, there are a number of available apartments under $1,200 in Chicago, IL and the surrounding cities. The chart above provides an overview of the current inventory in the Chicago metro area. Alongside Chicago itself, this includes Glen Ellyn, Glencoe, Bellwood, Glendale Heights, Glenview, Glenwood, Schaumburg, Bensenville, Schiller Park, Berkeley, East Hazel Crest, Niles, Berwyn, Justice, Chicago Heights, Chicago Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Bloomingdale, North Riverside, Northbrook, Vernon Hills, Blue Island, Prospect Heights, Elk Grove Village, Northlake, Matteson, Kildeer, Oak Brook, Oak Forest, Bolingbrook, Villa Park, Oak Lawn, Maywood, Oak Park, Oakbrook Terrace, Elmhurst, Skokie, Elmwood Park, La Grange, La Grange Park, Addison, Melrose Park, Hanover Park, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Warrenville, Brookfield, Evanston, Evergreen Park, River Forest, Harvey, Riverside, Harwood Heights, Riverwoods, Orland Hills, Orland Park, Lemont, West Chicago, Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Westchester, Highland Park, Stickney, Rolling Meadows, Burr Ridge, Romeoville, Palos Heights, Westmont, Flossmoor, Hillside, Palos Hills, Palos Park, Darien, Hinsdale, Lincolnshire, Lincolnwood, Wheaton, Forest Park, Wheeling, Hoffman Estates, Roselle, Streamwood, Lisle, Morton Grove, Park Forest, Homer Glen, Park Ridge, Homewood, Deerfield, Lockport, Mount Prospect, Willowbrook, Wilmette, Lombard, Des Plaines, Long Grove, Winfield, Winnetka, Carol Stream, Dolton, Bartlett, Naperville, Woodridge, Downers Grove, Worth, Tinley Park, Itasca, Hammond, Whiting, Dyer, East Chicago, Munster, Schererville, Griffith, Hazel Crest, Hodgkins, Highland, Alsip, Midlothian, Calumet City, Englewood, Rosemont, Sauk Village, Summit, Indianapolis, Burbank, Riverdale, Cicero, Lansing, Highwood, and Calumet Park and other nearby areas. In total, there are 759 apartments within this price range. Whether you're searching for a cozy studio or a spacious one-bedroom, Rentable can help you find the perfect affordable apartment in the Chicago area.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Chicago and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in December M/M % Change
Chicago, IL 717 +1.0%
Oak Park, IL 27 +1.03%
East Chicago, IN 11 +1.09%
Evanston, IL 10 +1.03%
Hammond, IN 10 +1.06%
Cicero, IL 8 +1.25%
Forest Park, IL 7 +1.05%
Berwyn, IL 6 +1.27%
Riverdale, IL 5 +1.03%
Calumet Park, IL 5 +0.76%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Chicago?

Available apartments under $1,200 15,304
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Hardwood Floors, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 14
Pet friendly 959
Utilities included 375
Furnished 28
Studio 583
1 Bedroom 463
2 Bedroom 333

Where are Chicago Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Rogers park, Hyde park, South shore, Lakeview, Uptown
Rogers Park 48
Hyde Park 36
South Shore 35
Lakeview 33
Uptown 33