Rent & Property Prices in Chicago
The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Chicago, United States is $2,496. We track 6 items in this category — see the full breakdown below.
All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.
On this page 4 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Rent & Property Prices in Chicago: price table | 6 items with median prices and high–low ranges. |
| Compare to similar cities | Cities with comparable cost tier and region. |
| Other categories in Chicago | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Housing FAQs for Chicago | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Rent & Property Prices in Chicago
Apartment rent and property purchase price per square meter.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $2,496 | $2,000 – $3,200 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $1,746 | $1,400 – $2,300 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $4,881 | $3,000 – $7,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $3,027 | $2,200 – $4,200 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $3,923 | $2,725 – $5,382 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $2,633 | $2,271 – $3,229 |
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $2,496$2,000 – $3,200
- 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $1,746$1,400 – $2,300
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $4,881$3,000 – $7,500
- 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $3,027$2,200 – $4,200
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre $3,923$2,725 – $5,382
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre $2,633$2,271 – $3,229
Other categories in Chicago
Housing in Chicago: FAQs
- How much does housing cost in Chicago?
- The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Chicago, United States is around $2,496. See the table above for the full breakdown across 6 items.
- Are these housing prices in USD?
- Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
- How current is the housing data for Chicago?
- Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
- What's not included on this page?
- This page focuses on housing. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Chicago main cost-of-living page.