
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,600 (378 Rentals) Page 2 of 8
Rental terms in Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Algonquin Apartments

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

Park View Apartments

Winthrop Manor

Post Chicago

Winthrop Terrace

The Vivian

Addams Coliving

Student | The Flats East West
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5401 Cornell by 3L Living

Shorewind Apartments

Jeffery Parkway Apartments

12157 S Michigan Ave

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

1212 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL12-ID1081

750 N Rush St, Unit SI FL33-ID164

1049 W Lawrence Ave
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500 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit SI FL30-ID1173

601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI FL9-ID1341

450 W Belmont Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID986

750 N Rush St, Unit SI FL22-ID160

225 N Columbus Dr, Unit PL FL23-ID1197

505 N State St, Unit SI FL31-ID1094

61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL5-ID1415

535 N St Clair St, Unit SI FL7-ID1145

3450 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID717

445 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL40-ID407
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1222 W Madison St, Unit 202

1401 S State St, Unit SI FL7-ID1018

311 W Illinois St, Unit GO FL8-ID817

347 S Clark St, Unit SI ID1321203P

3450 N Lake Shore Dr

343 S Dearborn St, Unit SI FL18-ID809

911 W School St, Unit SI FL3-ID472

108 W Chicago Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID362

225 N Columbus Dr, Unit SI FL24-ID1195

420 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL7-ID585
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8 E Huron St, Unit SI FL12-ID132

637 N Wells St, Unit SI FL24-ID1194

637 N Wells St, Unit SI FL18-ID1191

8 E Huron St, Unit SI FL10-ID971

77 W Huron St, Unit SI FL15-ID1260

21 E Chestnut St, Unit SI FL23-ID1391

1222 W Madison St, Unit 511

5050 N Broadway, Unit SI FL3-ID380

311 W Illinois St, Unit PL FL19-ID1135

1222 W Madison St, Unit 302
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,925 | $550 | $5,931 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,062 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,857 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,503 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,319 | $2,175 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,924 | $2,475 | $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 $3,993.
What is the largest Short-term Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 10,753 square feet unit starting from $8,650 at 1418 N Talman Ave.
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 721 sq ft.
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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.