
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with Utilities Included (118 Rentals)
Rental terms in Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
Apartments in Chicago where your utility payments are included in your rent.


Arrive Streeterville

Addams Coliving

Park View Apartments

14 West Elm Apartments

The Alfred

820 Michigan by 3L Living

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living
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731 Plymouth by 3L Living

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

The Bush Temple

Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd

The Belmont by Reside

Nevele22 - 1122 W Chicago

1407 on Michigan

Axis Apartments and Lofts
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5401 Cornell by 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

The Letterman Chicago - West Loop Apartments

927 W. Irving Park

1522 N La Salle Dr

1325 N Wells Apartments

State & Chestnut

Reside at Belmont Harbor

2101 Michigan

Canterbury Court Apartments
Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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7251 at Waters Edge Apartment Homes

Student | The Flats East West

The Max Apartments

Dalet Park

Mayne Annex

GreenGlen Park

Reside on Clarendon

244 E. Pearson

Jeffery Parkway Apartments

Farcroft Park

Chatham Grove

180 N Jefferson St
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 | $2,103 | $532 | $9,196 |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $895 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,442 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,013 | $950 | $6,995 |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,466 | $2,008 | $6,595 |
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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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Chicago is at 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living listed at $669.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Chicago is $3,652.
What is the largest Short-term Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 6,439 square feet unit starting from $2,151 at 369 Grand by Onni.
What is the average size for Chicago Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Chicago is currently at 625 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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