
Furnished Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,500 (257 Rentals) Page 2 of 6
Apartments for rent in Chicago, complete with furniture included - Beds, tables, chairs and more - Ready for move-in!


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5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

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1415 E 52nd St

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

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225 N Columbus Dr, Unit SI FL24-ID1195

1846 N Mozart St

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445 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL40-ID407

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505 N State St, Unit SI FL31-ID1094

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637 N Wells St, Unit SI FL24-ID1194

1222 W Madison St, Unit 202

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1519 W Superior St, Unit SI ID1255751P
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311 W Illinois St

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200 E Illinois St, Unit GO FL13-ID996

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8 E Huron St, Unit SI FL11-ID125

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108 W Chicago Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID361

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL4-ID1407

3619 N Claremont Ave, Unit 1

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL19-ID282

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1 E Delaware Pl, Unit SI FL9-ID1360

4944 S Michigan Ave, Unit 3

1222 W Madison St, Unit 511
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300 N Canal St, Unit SI FL4-ID1388

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300 N Canal St, Unit SI FL17-ID1389

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911 W School St, Unit SI FL1-ID944

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL15-ID634

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5050 N Broadway, Unit GO FL4-ID383

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1519 W Superior St, Unit SI ID1255745P

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8 E Huron St, Unit SI FL10-ID971

1222 W Madison St, Unit 302

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500 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit SI FL9-ID1132

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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL32-ID227
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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL32-ID237

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730 W Couch Pl, Unit SI FL21-ID780

2437 W North Shore Ave

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL5-ID289

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1401 S State St, Unit SI FL7-ID1018

1529 N Fremont St, Unit 415

1529 N Fremont St, Unit 315

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812 W Adams St, Unit SI FL6-ID1255

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751 N Hudson Ave, Unit GO FL4-ID1037

1529 N Fremont St, Unit 215
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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 | $2,024 | $595 | $4,856 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,466 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,015 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,678 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,571 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,391 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,670 | $6,700 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Furnished Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Furnished apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Furnished Apartment in Chicago is at 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living listed at $684.
How much is the average rent for a Furnished Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Furnished Apartment in Chicago is $3,118.
What is the largest Furnished Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Furnished apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 3,500 square feet unit starting from $9,999 at 2737 N Hampden Ct, Unit 3.
What is the average size for Chicago Furnished Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Furnished rental in Chicago is currently at 904 sq ft.
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