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Presidential Towers
555 W Madison StChicago, IL 60661
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$35 Monthly Pet Rent - $300 Pet Fee/pet (one time, non-refundable).Cat: $25/month; Dog: $35/month. Studio and 2 bedroom units only.
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Post Chicago Apartments
853 W Blackhawk StChicago, IL 60642
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2 Pet Limit - Residents shall be limited to a maximum of 2 animal(s) weighing not more than two hundred (200) pounds per animal when fully grown, unless otherwise given written permission by Owner.
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Sentral Michigan Avenue
808 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60605
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Pet fee: $300 per pet. $30 pet rent per month per pet. 2 Pet maximum.
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The Residences at NewCity
1457 N Halsted StChicago, IL 60642
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Cassidy on Canal
350 N Canal StChicago, IL 60606
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Inspire West Town
670 N May StChicago, IL 60642
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Logan
2522 N Milwaukee AveChicago, IL 60647
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Noca Blu Apartment Homes
2340 N California AveChicago, IL 60647
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Arrive Michigan Avenue
1326 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60605
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2 Pet Limit - $500 Fee
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NEMA Chicago
1210 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60605
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Monroe Aberdeen welcomes both cats and dog. Certain size and breed restrictions apply.
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Monroe Aberdeen Place
1050-1060 W Monroe StChicago, IL 60607
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465 North Park
465 N Park DrChicago, IL 60611
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727 West Madison
727 W Madison StChicago, IL 60661
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Must Be Spayed/Neutered - $30 Monthly Pet Rent
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Beachside Apartments
5815 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60660
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The Apartments at Lincoln Common
2345 N Lincoln AveChicago, IL 60614
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$20 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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The Clark
1201 N Clark StChicago, IL 60610
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Luxe Logan Square
1950 N Campbell AveChicago, IL 60647
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21 E Chestnut
21 E Chestnut StChicago, IL 60611
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2 Pet Limit - $650 or $750 for 2 dogs. $325 cat Breed restrictions apply. See your Leasing Consultant for details.
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Exhibit on Superior
165 W Superior StChicago, IL 60654
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1001 South State
1001 S State StChicago, IL 60605
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Next Apartments
347 W Chestnut StChicago, IL 60610
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2 Pet Limit - 2 pets TOTAL per apartment. One-time fee of $500 per pet.
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Marquee at Block 37
25 W Randolph StChicago, IL 60601
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The Maynard at 5115 N Sheridan
5101-5115 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60640
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Algonquin Apartments
1606 E Hyde Park BlvdChicago, IL 60615
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2 Pet Limit - $35 Monthly Pet Rent
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The Belden Stratford
2300 N Lincoln ParkChicago, IL 60614
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2 Pet Limit - $350 Fee
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Maynard At Elaine Place
3419 N Elaine PlChicago, IL 60657
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Left Bank
300 N Canal StChicago, IL 60606
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Chicago Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,084 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,186 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,238 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,772 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Chicago, IL
There are currently 115164 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Chicago, IL area.The three Chicago neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are North Lakefront, Southwest Chicago, and Northwest Chicago. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Chicago Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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| North Lakefront | 4/4 | 1874 | $5,995 |
| Southwest Chicago | 4/4 | 1517 | $10,280 |
| Northwest Chicago | 4/4 | 1222 | $7,537 |
| Downtown Chicago | 4/4 | 1178 | $10,280 |
| South Lakefront | 4/4 | 711 | $3,500 |
| Parc Chesnut | 4/4 | 636 | $16,519 |
| Chicago Loop | 4/4 | 541 | $6,870 |
| Lakeview | 4/4 | 525 | $5,995 |
| Printer's Row | 4/4 | 523 | $6,227 |
| Library Tower | 4/4 | 522 | $6,227 |
Pet Friendliest Chicago Apartments for Rent
The Chicago Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Alta in the West Loop neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. 1401 S. State in the South Loop neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Chicago apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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| Alta | 4/4 | West Loop | $1,812 |
| 1401 S. State | 4/4 | South Loop | $2,341 |
| 4450 Sheridan Park Apartments | 4/4 | Uptown Chicago | $2,400 |
| The Sinclair | 4/4 | Old Town | $2,930 |
| Monroe Aberdeen Place | 4/4 | West Loop | $3,640 |
| North Oak Lofts | 4/4 | Galewood | $2,600 |
| 6700NORTH | 4/4 | Galewood | $2,595 |
| Scio at the Medical District | 3.8/4 | Little Italy | $2,205 |
| Winthrop Manor | 3.8/4 | Edgewater | $1,185 |
| 468 West Melrose | 3.8/4 | Lakeview | $1,475 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Chicago, IL
The lowest priced Chicago apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at Evanston Neighborhood Properties in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $1,145. The second cheapest Chicago Pet Friendly apartment is the A20 Model at 1401 S. State, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,341 in the Near South Side neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Chicago apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | $1,145 |
| 1401 S. State | A20 | $2,341 |
| Boutique Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $2,495 |
| 6700NORTH | MODEL 2 | $2,595 |
| North Oak Lofts | Carya | $2,600 |
| Alta | East 05 | $2,605 |
| The Sinclair | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1A-1 | $2,940 |
| The Lofts & Residences | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | $3,399 |
| Monroe Aberdeen Place | B5 | $3,640 |
| Central Station | 2 Bedroom Den | $4,449 |
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Chicago is one of the largest and liveliest cities in the United States with a thriving economy, an active nightlife and some of the world's most historic buildings and landmarks making it a very popular place to call home. The school system and metropolitan offerings make Chicago one of the best places to live in the Midwest in addition to being a premiere tourist destination. The options for cheap apartments in Chicago as well as rental homes, condos, and townhomes in the area make it a renters dream come true.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Chicago is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $575.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Chicago is $2,605.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 10,000 square feet unit starting from $2,550 at 423 W Belden Ave, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Chicago Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Chicago is currently at 958 sq ft.
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