
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL from $1,000 (528 Rentals) Page 9 of 11
Rental terms in Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The Sutherland

4128-34 W. Addison St. / 3601-03 N. Kedvale Ave

Maple Court

Ivy Greens

600 N Lake Shore Dr

5049 S. Drexel Boulevard

4180 Marine Terrace Apartments

1351 W. Touhy Ave.

Ivy at Kimbark

2001 S State St

5300 S. Drexel Avenue

6922-24 N. Greenview Ave.

Drexel Terrace

Student | The Flats East West

South Union

Windermere House

The Blackwood

Ivy Promenade

The Legacy HB at Clarendon Park

Ivy at Ridgewood

Ivy at Greenwood

5416 S. Woodlawn Avenue

Lake Street Lofts

5019-5021 W Lawrence Ave

1125 W Oakdale Ave

4654-56 N. Monticello Ave.

The Pepperland

The Hedwig

The Bush Temple II

1611 W Division

5416-22 W Belmont Ave

1412 N Ashland Ave

5339-5345 S. Woodlawn Avenue

Luxe on Chicago

3720 N. Ashland Avenue

Atwater Apartments

5752 N Winthrop

630 West Loop. Lake St. apartments

City Hyde Park

Burnham Pointe

1625 N Milwaukee

Solstice on the Park

Park Fullerton by Reside

1606 S Ashland Ave

24 S Morgan Apartments

4725 N Western Ave

Beach House Chicago

HIGHPOINT Lincoln Park on Clark

1140 W 18th St
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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 | $2,025 | $600 | $9,700 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,477 | $600 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,860 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,106 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,999 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,298 | $750 | $10,000+ |
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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 $684.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Chicago is $4,250.
What is the largest Short-term Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 4,499 square feet unit starting from $16,383 at 2630 S Throop St.
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 742 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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