
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with Washer/Dryer (259 Rentals)
Rental terms in Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Ashland224

NEMA Chicago

5252

Astoria Tower

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1400 Wabash

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Coeval

Arrive LEX

Platform 4611 Uptown Chicago

Nevele22 - 1122 W Chicago
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The Rosie

Eleven40

The Hudson

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1401 S. State

1407 on Michigan

Landmark West Loop

FultonHub

1879 North Milwaukee

The Alfred

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EMME
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The Bush Temple

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Roosevelt Collection Lofts

State & Chestnut

1522 N La Salle Dr

Addams 2.0

Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place

The Sutherland

Shoreland

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL19-ID272

939 W Washington Blvd, Unit PL FL12-ID297
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411 W Chicago Ave, Unit PL FL4-ID1029

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1401 S State St, Unit PL FL7-ID1018

165 North Des Plaines Street-GO FL7-ID747, Unit GO FL7-ID747

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751 N Hudson Ave, Unit GO FL4-ID1039

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3266 N Clark St, Unit GO FL3-ID472

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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL31-ID17

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1035 W Van Buren St, Unit GO FL27-ID1164

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6149 N Broadway, Unit GO FL4-ID1422

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1401 S State St, Unit GO FL22-ID770

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1454 W Randolph St, Unit GO FL9-ID1308
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637 N Wells St, Unit GO FL18-ID1191

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450 W Belmont Ave, Unit GO FL9-ID985

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730 W Couch Pl, Unit GO FL7-ID781

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL15-ID233

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601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI FL12-ID1339

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808 W Van Buren St, Unit SI FL12-ID540

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330 S Wells St, Unit SI FL16-ID693

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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL22-ID1189

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730 W Couch Pl, Unit SI FL12-ID1367

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311 W Illinois St, Unit SI FL18-ID824
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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 | $2,039 | $595 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $640 | $9,168 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,055 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,710 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,932 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,438 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $16,906 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Apartments with Washer/Dryer
What is the Cheapest Washer/Dryer apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Apartment in Chicago with Washer/Dryer is at 2407 Grove Ave, Unit West Bedroom listed at $760.
How much is the average rent for Chicago Apartments with Washer/Dryer?
The average rent for a Apartment in Chicago with Washer/Dryer is $3,178.
What is the largest Chicago Apartment for rent with Washer/Dryer?
Today's Apartment with Washer/Dryer and the most square footage in Chicago is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $3,250 at 1946 W Nelson St, Unit # 01E.
What is the average size for Chicago Apartments for rent with Washer/Dryer?
The average size for a rental with Washer/Dryer in Chicago is currently at 1,032 sq ft.
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