Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with Utilities Included (120 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.

Exhibit on Superior

Arrive Streeterville

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

420 E Ohio

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

Nevele22 - 1122 W Chicago

1407 on Michigan

The Bush Temple

Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd

The Belmont by Reside

Axis Apartments and Lofts
Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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

Student | The Flats East West

7251 at Waters Edge Apartment Homes

Canterbury Court Apartments

The Max Apartments

Dalet Park

Mayne Annex

Farcroft Park

GreenGlen Park

Reside on Clarendon

The Chatelaine

244 E. Pearson

Alef Park

Jeffery Parkway Apartments

Chatham Grove

180 N Jefferson St

7100 South Shore Apartment Homes
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 | $2,100 | $532 | $8,311 |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,758 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,208 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,663 | $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
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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 $600.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Chicago is $3,312.
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 $2,396 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 634 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.