What can renters get in Chicago for $1,600 per month? This list rounds up some of the best apartments for rent at this price point and they’re in some of the best locations around the city. Renters who want an apartment that’s more substantial than a cheap studio should consider these properties because they often have larger 1 bedroom apartments or, if they are studios, they’re located in high amenity buildings in desirable locations. Browse the list of apartments below to see what’s available right now for $1,600 in Chicago.
Studios with Artistic Flair in South Loop
777 South State Apartments
The South Loop studios for rent at 777 South State Apartments give renters a place to call home that also wants to foster their creativity. One-of-a-kind amenity offerings like the building’s in-house art studio beckon renters who want to live in a creative environment that matches the verve and energy provided by the nearby downtown campuses of Robert Morris University, Columbia College Chicago and Roosevelt University. These apartments are also offering flexible lease terms as short as 3 months for renters who don’t want to sign on to a long-term apartment lease.
Utilities Included with Rent at Bright Lakeview Apartments
426 W. Surf St Apartments
Lakeview is a go-to destination for many Chicago apartment renters on any given day or night -- the nightlife is renowned and it’s also the neighborhood that’s home to the Chicago Cubs. Renters who look at one of the bright and cheery apartments at 426 W. Surf St will find that it’s an ideal launchpad for exploring Lakeview. Fans of the gorgeous lakefront will especially like the proximity that’s afforded by renting at 426 W. Surf Apartments; Belmont Harbor is practically around the corner from these apartments!
Lovely Vintage Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Park
523 W. Fullerton Apartments
Lincoln Park apartments located just a few blocks away from the CTA station at Fullerton give renters the opportunity to get around the city easily. And that’s not saying that there’s a shortage of things to do or places that are worth seeing within the vicinity of these vintage apartments. The apartments put renters near the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and Nature Sanctuary, and the lovely shoreline of Lake Michigan is only a few blocks east of these apartments. Renters who choose one of these spacious Lincoln Park 1 bedroom apartments for rent can find a ton of activities right outside their front door.
Ravenswood Apartments in Great Location
Green Manor Apartments
Renters can easily make their way to either the CTA Red or Brown line trains from this convenient spot that straddles the line between Ravenswood and Uptown. The choices also abound for renters who are looking for places to buy groceries or a simple cup of coffee in this neighborhood; easy access to the shops and restaurants along N. Clark St means that renters at Green Manor apartments live within walking distance to one of the city’s most vibrant small business districts.
Goose Island Studios Offer Flexible Floor Plans
SoNu Digs
Renters who want a place with a flexible floor plan that makes clever use of an age-old hack for small spaces should look at the studios for rent at SoNu Digs. The tried and true Murphy bed hack can transform any living space into a comfortable bedroom in seconds, and this feature is standard in these studio apartments near Goose Island.
Vintage Charm in Evanston Apartments for Rent
914 Crain Street Apartments
A vintage apartment that comes with classic features like a bay window, crown molding and arched entryways can be a good place to call home for renters who are looking for a place with character. This Evanston location is only about 2 blocks away from the CTA Purple line station at Dempster and the Metra UP-N stops nearby at Main, so commuters looking for a bargain price on a big Evanston apartment should keep this building on their list.
Pet Friendly Apartments in Lakeview
420 W. Melrose Apartments
This pet-friendly vintage apartment building is so close to Chicago’s lakefront that renters can practically hear the soothing sounds of waves lapping at the boats moored in Belmont Harbor. And because it’s a pet-friendly building, renters who are looking for an ideal location that their 4-legged best friends will also love should check out 420 W. Melrose Apartments. The Belmont Harbor Dog Beach will become a favorite destination for any pups that call this place home.
Pet Friendly Studios in Streeterville
Lake Shore Plaza
Streeterville is not known for affordable apartments so finding these studios renting for less than $1,600 just 1 block west of the storied Lake Point Tower condos is quite rare. Renters can get a lot of bang for their buck at this location, which is close to Navy Pier, Ohio Street Beach and a brand-new “pocket park” right across the street that would be a great getaway for renters who want to go walking with their dogs outside of this pet friendly apartment building.
River North Studios with Balconies
West77 Apartments
Clean, modern apartments with balconies are guaranteed to satisfy renters who want a decidedly urban living experience that also seamlessly blends the outdoors with the indoor space. Fresh air is definitely a premium feature in the apartment search these days, and renters will find that the downtown studios at West 77 Apartments offer the ultimate amenity for enjoying the outdoors without ever needing to leave home.
