
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,500 (3,827 Rentals) Page 2 of 77
Apartments for rent in Chicago that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Maynard At Elaine Place

2545 W Fitch

1100 North Lasalle

Two West Delaware

West77 Apartments

North Water Apartments

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AMLI River North

Echelon Chicago

14 West Elm Apartments
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626 on the Park

Randolph Tower City Apartments

Inside Info Fremont

Lawrence Lofts

Cascade

North Oak Lofts

5252

Upshore Residences

Noca Blu Apartment Homes

Sentral Michigan Avenue
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Park View Apartments

The Edison

Midpointe

Prairie Shores

ONE333

868 N. Wells

The Elizabeth Chicago

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1400 Wabash

920 N Wells
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The Dylan Chicago

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One Six Six

The Row Fulton Market

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AMLI 808

Panorama

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Imprint

Porte

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Coeval

820 Michigan by 3L Living

The Mason
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Catalyst

Cobbler Square Lofts

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The Van Buren

Monroe Aberdeen Place

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Elevate Lincoln Park

Beachside Apartments

One Bennett Park

Luxe Logan Square

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1225 Old Town

The Rosemont
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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 | $2,030 | $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 Pet Friendly Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Chicago is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Chicago is $2,808.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 10,000 square feet unit starting from $1,775 at 3600 W Sunnyside Ave, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Chicago Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Chicago is currently at 908 sq ft.
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