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  14. Building Photo - 2309 S Leavitt St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    2309 S Leavitt St Unit 1st floor

    2309 S Leavitt St, Chicago, IL 60608
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  18. Building Photo - 1943 W 21st Pl
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,745
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,745
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,745

    1943 W 21st Pl Unit 1R

    1943 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL 60608
  26. Building Photo - 2136 W Cermak Rd
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,800

    2136 W Cermak Rd Unit 3rd Floor

    2136 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
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  27. Building Photo - 1529 W 18th St
    4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,800

    1529 W 18th St Unit 2R

    1529 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
  28. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,800

    1539 W 19th St Unit 1R

    1539 W 19th St, Chicago, IL 60608
  29. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,825
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,825
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,825

    2029 W 23rd St Unit 4

    2029 W 23rd St, Chicago, IL 60608
  32. Building Photo - 2306 S Oakley Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,900

    2306 S Oakley Ave Unit 2

    2306 S Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
  37. Building Photo - 2000 W 22nd Pl
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,100

    2000 W 22nd Pl Unit 1E

    2000 W 22nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60608
  38. Building Photo - 1539 W 19th St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,195
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,195
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,195

    1539 W 19th St Unit 1F

    1539 W 19th St, Chicago, IL 60608
  40. Building Photo - 1708 W Cullerton St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    1708 W Cullerton St Unit B

    1708 W Cullerton St, Chicago, IL 60608
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  41. Building Photo - 2415 W 24th St
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,250

    2415 W 24th St Unit 6

    2415 W 24th St, Chicago, IL 60608
  42. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,295

    1816 S Bishop St Unit 209

    1816 S Bishop St, Chicago, IL 60608
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Cheap Apartments in Heart of Chicago Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

When looking for cheap apartments in Heart of Chicago, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Heart of Chicago.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 63 cheap apartments available in Heart of Chicago, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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