
Short Term Lease Homes for Rent in Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (43 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Downtown Chicago area of Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


740 N Aberdeen St

347 W Chestnut St

347 W Chestnut St

347 W Chestnut St

347 W Chestnut St

347 W Chestnut St

347 W Chestnut St

347 W Chestnut St

347 W Chestnut St
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740 N Aberdeen St

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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

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Private bedroom in 3 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3 bath Home

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3 bath Home

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2107 W Cullerton St

440 N Wabash Ave

1741 W Chicago Ave

1133 N Dearborn St

818 W 18th St

750 N Rush St

435 W Erie St

33 S Ashland Ave

1005 N La Salle Dr

238 S Ashland Ave
Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,470 | $1,150 | $9,500 |
Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,176 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,413 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,200 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chicago?
There are currently 2318 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $685 to $77,776. There are also 1492 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chicago ranging from $1,150 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Chicago?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Chicago ranges from $1,150 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,820.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Chicago?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chicago range from $850 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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