
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL (571 Rentals) Page 12 of 12
Rental terms in Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


9471 Sumac Rd

3457 Main St

1023 S Wolf Rd

3833 S 61st Ct

3800 S Harvey Ave

1011 Howard St

12 Months
Spaulding House

12 Months
1900 Oakton St

12 Months
The Grove Residences

12 Months
Large 2 Bedroom Apartment with Heated Garage

12 Months
Lincolnwood Place Senior Living

12 Months
996-1012 Main St

12 Months
The Lofts & Residences

12 Months
1620 Central

12 Months
Park Colony Apartments

2 Months, 15 Months
ReNew Des Plaines North

12 Months
Riverwood Apartment Homes

1 Month, 12 Months
Mansard Lane Apartments

Orion ParkView

3 Months, 15 Months
Orion Arlington Lakes
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,019 | $600 | $9,940 |
| Chicago Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,475 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,054 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,074 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,878 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,145 | $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 $3,330.
What is the largest Short-term Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,703 square feet unit starting from $2,506 at NEMA Chicago.
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 605 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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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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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.