
Gated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (120 Rentals)
Rental terms in Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The 808 Cleveland

NEMA Chicago

Exhibit on Superior

JeffJack Apartments

Arrive Streeterville

Astoria Tower
Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Chicago and the best places to live with original content written by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms

Fisher Building Apartments

Park View Apartments

The Seneca Apartments

Arrive South Loop

AMLI River North

Beachside Apartments

MDA Apartments

14 West Elm Apartments

Midpointe

Arrive LEX

The Alfred

820 Michigan by 3L Living

State and Grand

1401 S. State

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

731 Plymouth by 3L Living

The Flamingo Apartments

Times Square Apartments

420 E Ohio

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

Platform 4611 Uptown Chicago

Parkline Chicago

The Bush Temple

The Elle Apartments

Chateau on Wells

Roosevelt Collection Lofts

Gateway West Loop

Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd

The Belmont by Reside

Nevele22 - 1122 W Chicago

1000M

1407 on Michigan

Ravenswood Terrace

The Vivian

Beachwalk Apartments

Axis Apartments and Lofts
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,098 | $532 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,290 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,733 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,287 | $775 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,801 | $875 | $6,500 |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $4,795 | $4,795 |
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Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Chicago is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $575.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Chicago is $2,507.
What is the largest Gated Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 4,375 square feet unit starting from $1,896 at ONE Old Town Park.
What is the average size for Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Chicago is currently at 776 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.