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3304 W Armitage Ave

4938 N Bell Ave

6115 S Drexel Ave

2852 N Lawndale Ave, Unit B

2527 W Division St

2010 S Loomis St

3814 N Clark St

1214 N Damen Ave

5905 S Kilbourn Ave

1945 W Cermak Rd
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2451 E 72nd St

1812 S Throop St

5011 W Cermak Rd

5011 W Cermak Rd

825 S Kedzie Ave, Unit Rental Near Medical Dist.

9143 S Brandon Ave

4840 S Racine Ave

1041 W 61st St

2252 N Lawndale Ave

7642 S Exchange Ave

3743 N Albany Ave

3434 N Paulina St

914 Sherman Ave

1308 W 150th St

5352 W Division St

8533 S Manistee Ave

7054 S Western Ave

7054 S Western Ave

4730 W Arthington St

7645 S Cottage Grove Ave

6837 S MAPLEWOOD St

2615 W 61st St

1634 E 74th Pl

5958 W Fillmore St

2308 E 80th St

753 Sibley Blvd

2603 W 24th Pl

1446 N Campbell Ave

3308 W Armitage Ave

1847 W Armitage Ave

9028 S Escanaba Ave

1928 S Young Pkwy

1639 W Superior St

3957 W Irving Park Rd

664 E 50th Pl

36 157th St

8148 S Kingston Ave

2345 N Bosworth Ave

5126 S Prairie Ave
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,684 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,233 | $675 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,392 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,202 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,127 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24742 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $532 to $77,776. There are also 5833 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $675 to $58,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chicago ranges from $675 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,913.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chicago?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chicago range from $865 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $675 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $996.
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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.

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.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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.