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Best Places to Live Near Chicago: 5 Cities That Keep the Windy City Accessible

Looking for a rental near Chicago? These five cities offer excellent options! From small-town charm to excellent business options, you can't go wrong!

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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3207 N Keating Ave
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3207 N Keating Ave

3207 N Keating AveChicago, IL 60641
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6173-6179 N Northwest Hwy
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6173-6179 N Northwest Hwy

6173-6179 N Northwest HwyChicago, IL 60631
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5402 W Rice St
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5402 W Rice St

5402 W Rice StChicago, IL 60651
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The Sheridan Pratt
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The Sheridan Pratt

6758 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60626
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Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA

Moving to Chicago? This essential relocation guide offers a complete checklist for new residents, covering finding the right neighborhood, setting up utilities (ComEd, People’s Gas), and mastering high-rise moving logistics and vehicle registration.

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618 S Racine Ave
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618 S Racine Ave

618 S Racine AveChicago, IL 60607
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Fargo/Campbell
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Fargo/Campbell

2453-2457 W Fargo AveChicago, IL 60645
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4518-4528 N Damen Ave
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4518-4528 N Damen Ave

4518-4528 N Damen AveChicago, IL 60625
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Chatelaine Apartments
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Chatelaine Apartments

4911 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640
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935-941 E 81st St
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935-941 E 81st St

935-941 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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Ingleside Building
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Ingleside Building

8101-8125 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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1121-1123 E 82nd St
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1121-1123 E 82nd St

1121-1123 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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5401 S Ellis Ave
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5401 S Ellis Ave

5401 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60615
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Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago

Learn about the best things about living in Chicago from a local in the Insiders Guide to Renting in Chicago. Find your perfect Chicago apartment today!

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11000 S Michigan Ave
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11000 S Michigan Ave

11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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6957 S Michigan Ave
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6957 S Michigan Ave

6957 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60637
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1536 E. 83rd Place
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1536 E. 83rd Place

1536 E 83rd PlChicago, IL 60619
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6739 S Jeffery Blvd
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6739 S Jeffery Blvd

6739 S Jeffery BlvdChicago, IL 60649
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7622 N Sheridan Rd
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7622 N Sheridan Rd

7622 N Sheridan RdChicago, IL 60626
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

A Local Expert's Guide to The 10 Best Chicago Neighborhoods near Major Local Employers. Find your perfect Chicago, IL apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Chicago, IL metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Chicago Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chicago with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Chicago is at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community listed at $700.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Chicago Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Chicago is $2,018.

What is the largest available Studio Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 860 square feet unit starting from $2,999 at Cobbler Square Lofts.

What is the average size for Chicago Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Chicago is currently 490 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Best Places to Live Near Chicago: 5 Cities That Keep the Windy City Accessible

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, you’re ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago. There’s no denying I love the Windy City. Yet there’s also no denying that rental homes in Chicago can be pricy, small, and hard to find.

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Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA

Written by: Nicole Harms

Moving to a new city is always an exciting time, especially one as vibrant and diverse as Chicago. With world-class museums, a breathtaking lakefront, and numerous employment opportunities, there’s much to love about this city.

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Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers

Written by: Nicole Harms

Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.