Homes for Rent by Owner in Chicago, IL (268 Rentals)

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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property at 727 S Ashland Ave

727 S Ashland Ave

ChicagoIL60607
property at 1240 W School St

1240 W School St

ChicagoIL60657

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

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property at 974 W 35th Pl

974 W 35th Pl

ChicagoIL60609
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago

What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?

There are currently 24358 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $532 to $77,776. There are also 5757 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $700 to $58,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chicago?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chicago ranges from $700 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,853.

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 $725 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $725.

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.

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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.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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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.

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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.