Uptown Apartments For Rent

Uptown Apartment Living

Neighborhood Vibe

Uptown apartments can usually be found in high-rise apartment buildings along Lake Michigan, but there’s also a strong selection of the classic Chicago vintage courtyard rental buildings, four-plus-ones and greystones in Uptown.

Heart of the Neighborhood

Uptown apartments are typically within range of Broadway, the major north-south thoroughfare where most Uptown apartment renters go out for a bite to eat or to catch a show. The iconic marquees of the Uptown Theater and Aragon Ballroom are a familiar sight for CTA riders on the northern stretch of the ‘L’ Red line.

What We Love Most

The Argyle station on the north stretch of the ‘L’ Red line has been dubbed “Asia on Argyle” due largely to the number of Vietnamese, Thai and Chinese restaurants in walking distance. Stop into one of the grocery stores that caters to this array of eateries to pick up authentic flavors and ingredients from southeast Asia.

Best Way to Get Around

The CTA bus operates the no. 36 bus on Broadway with service to downtown Chicago, but the ‘L’ Red line is the best bet for north-south transit. Cyclists can easily hop onto the Lakefront Trail to cruise along the shore of Lake Michigan.

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Studio in Uptown Average Rent	$785-1.4k
1 Bedroom in Uptown Average Rent	$1.2k-1.7k
2 Bedroom in Uptown Average Rent	$1.6k-2.7k
3 Bedroom in Uptown Average Rent	$1.8k-2.8k

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Around the Neighborhood

General

The choices for Uptown apartments are plentiful, ranging from efficient studio apartments to single family homes and townhouses for rent. There’s also a great deal of vintage apartment stock to be uncovered in the historic Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. Renters who are searching for a bargain in their next Chicago apartment should consider looking at Uptown. In 2019, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Uptown was $1,250.

Soccer players at public park on lakefront in Uptown Chicago

Darlington Hotel with vintage lightbulb sign and apartment buildings in the background in Uptown

Divvy Bike rider along lakefront bicycle path with cotton candy vendor in Uptown

Jogger on lakefront trail near Montrose Harbor in Uptown Chicago

People walking on sidewalks in front of Uptown apartment buildings in Uptown Chicago

Children walking across from community youth center on N Sheridan Rd in Uptown

Vintage apartment building with terra cotta facade detail in Uptown

Dining in Uptown

Uptown apartments put renters near an impressive volume of quality and quick bite eateries. Fans of noodles served in steaming hot soup broth can get their Pho fix at their choice of Vietnamese restaurants near Argyle, while additional offerings up and down Broadway range from Ethiopian to Mexican to Michelin Star-rated Chinese cuisine as well.

Restaurant with outdoor seating patio and diners on sidewalk in Uptown Chicago

The Dock restaurant cafe with outdoor seating patio at Lake Michigan beach in Uptown Chicago

Nightlife in Uptown

The Green Mill is a rite of passage for jazz lovers, and the action usually gets started at 10 pm or later. Get in a round or two at one of the adjacent watering holes near the intersection of Broadway and Lawrence before taking in an intimate show of world-class performers, or go large and loud with a concert at the Riviera Theater or Aragon Ballroom.

Aragon Ballroom sign marquee exterior on W Lawrence Ave in Uptown Chicago

Uptown lounge bar neon sign exterior on W Lawrence Ave in Uptown Chicago

Coffee in Uptown

Uptown apartment renters who are coffee drinkers or those seeking a real deal neighborhood cafe vibe can claim a seat at cozy and laid-back Emerald City in Uptown. The Bongo Room is a choice destination to go beyond just coffee and get a hearty, all-natural meal with java on the side.

History in Uptown Chicago

The Green Mill Jazz Club originally opened in 1907 as Pop Morse’s Roadhouse at 4802 North Broadway Avenue. Mourners on their way to a funeral at St. Boniface’s Cemetery would often stop in for a drink. It was also popular with the silent film stars at Essanay Studios on nearby Argyle Street, including Charlie Chaplin, Wallace Beery, and “Broncho Billy” Anderson (who owned Essanay with George Spoor).

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Find Apartments in Nearby Neighborhoods

Buena Park

Buena Park apartments are often found in courtyard buildings and some newer apartments are popping up in this neighborhood near the lake.

Margate Park

Apartments for rent in Margate Park can be found in studio apartments, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations. Some units offer Lake Michigan views in this enclave near the lakefront.

Ravenswood

Ravenswood apartments in Chicago are available to rent in classic pre-war courtyard buildings, houses, two-flats and trendy loft apartments. Public transit is quite easy from this North Side neighborhood with both Metra and CTA rail service.

Sheridan Park

Sheridan Park apartments can be found in courtyard buildings, traditional two- and three-flats, and there are a few classic Art Deco-inspired buidlings in this North Side enclave.

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1338 West Argyle

1338-1354 W Argyle St

Rent starting at

$845