
Furnished Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (333 Rentals) Page 2 of 7
Apartments for rent in Chicago, complete with furniture included - Beds, tables, chairs and more - Ready for move-in!


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5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

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1415 E 52nd St

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

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450 W Belmont Ave, Unit SI FL9-ID985
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6044 N Winthrop Ave, Unit SI ID1359788P

109 S Paulina St

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL6-ID213

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226 S Hoyne Ave, Unit SI ID1255621P

2207 W 18th St

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505 N State St, Unit SI FL35-ID1009

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL8-ID254

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226 S Hoyne Ave, Unit SI ID1255618P

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712 N Willard Ct, Unit SI ID1244922P

2316 W Estes Ave
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8 E Huron St, Unit SI FL16-ID1114

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7201 N Western Ave, Unit SI ID1236833P

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL17-ID257

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6044 N Winthrop Ave, Unit SI ID1372957P

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121 W Chestnut St, Unit SI FL13-ID1290

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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL31-ID959

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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL30-ID1392

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8 E Huron St, Unit SI FL21-ID1113

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505 N State St, Unit SI FL20-ID1143

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165 N Desplaines St, Unit SI FL12-ID748
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1 E Delaware Pl, Unit SI FL14-ID1359

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1543 N Claremont Ave, Unit SI ID1244947P

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535 N St Clair St, Unit SI FL10-ID1147

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1543 N Claremont Ave, Unit SI ID1244946P

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417 S Dearborn St, Unit SI ID1521523P

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121 W Chestnut St, Unit SI FL25-ID1291

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49 E Superior St, Unit SI FL49-ID1255558P

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730 W Couch Pl, Unit SI FL18-ID1365

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730 W Couch Pl, Unit SI FL12-ID1367

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108 W Chicago Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID362
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 | $2,030 | $595 | $4,840 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,469 | $640 | $9,987 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,020 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,681 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,556 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,130 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,674 | $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 $3,572.
What is the largest Furnished Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Furnished apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 3,993 square feet unit starting from $23,621 at 1307 N Bell Ave.
What is the average size for Chicago Furnished Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Furnished rental in Chicago is currently at 960 sq ft.
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