
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $4,500 (434 Rentals) Page 2 of 9
Rental terms in Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


768 W. Jackson

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

420 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL11-ID909

5600 N Sheridan Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1085

3304 W Armitage Ave
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701 S Central Park Ave

939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL8-ID254

730 W Couch Pl, Unit SI FL24-ID778

2342 W Touhy Ave, Unit SI ID1054668P

225 N Columbus Dr, Unit SI FL19-ID1199

200 E Chestnut St, Unit SI FL11-ID1154

1519 W Superior St, Unit SI ID1255750P

180 N Ada St, Unit SI FL7-ID1300

201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL31-ID17

77 W Huron St, Unit SI FL5-ID1269
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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL32-ID227

210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL15-ID634

180 N Ada St, Unit SI FL8-ID1302

210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL19-ID282

1212 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL12-ID1081

1407 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID858

1210 S Indiana Ave, Unit SI FL20-ID1328

1 E Delaware Pl, Unit SI FL14-ID1359

1407 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID859

150 N Ashland Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1064
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1210 S Indiana Ave, Unit PL FL11-ID1317

740 N Aberdeen St, Unit 321

200 E Chestnut St, Unit SI FL4-ID1151

535 N St Clair St, Unit SI FL10-ID1147

150 N Ashland Ave, Unit SI FL7-ID1054

8138 S Kedzie Ave, Unit SI ID1306840P

201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL33-ID958

1049 W Lawrence Ave, Unit SI ID1058522P

1000 S Clark St, Unit SI FL20-ID988

808 W Van Buren St, Unit SI FL12-ID540
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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 | $1,938 | $550 | $5,839 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,090 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,907 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,567 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,254 | $2,175 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,083 | $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 $3,812.
What is the largest Short-term Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 4,843 square feet unit starting from $4,892 at 1049 W Lawrence 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 633 sq ft.
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