
Top Rated 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (671 Rentals)


180 North Jefferson

Sentral Michigan Avenue

One Chicago
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465 North Park

ONE Old Town Park

Spoke

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Residences at 8 East Huron

Century Tower

The Gallery on Wells

Exhibit on Superior

1001 South State
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Marquee at Block 37

Circa 922

West77 Apartments

North Water Apartments

Coast at Lakeshore East
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Chestnut Tower Apartments

The Streeter

Fisher Building Apartments

The Chicagoan

NEMA Chicago

Luxe Logan Square

The Del Prado
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868 N. Wells

1400 Wabash

One Six Six

The Row Fulton Market

Landmark West Loop
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,072 | $565 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,623 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,812 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,806 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,911 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $21,028 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
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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 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Chicago is at Letterman Chicago listed at $1,075.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Chicago is $3,812.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,539 square feet unit starting from $12,910 at 1000M.
What is the average size for Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Chicago is currently 1,445 sq ft.
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