
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Central Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (112 Rentals)
Apartments in the Central Chicago area of Chicago with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

1001 South State

Marquee at Block 37

Arrive South Loop

AMLI Lofts

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

Straits Row
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Fisher Building Apartments

1400 Wabash

820 Michigan by 3L Living

The Alfred

Eleven40

The Cooper

River City Apartments
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The Elle Apartments

1000 South Clark

Roosevelt Collection Lofts

777 South State

SKY55

1401 S. State

The Regal Apartments

1407 on Michigan

Millennium on LaSalle

The Reed
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Student | The Flats East West

215 West Apartments

330 S. Wells St

The Grand Central

Pittsfield Apartments
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Central Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,430 | $1,450 | $6,644 |
| Central Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,814 | $1,450 | $7,465 |
| Central Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,912 | $1,660 | $10,000+ |
| Central Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,454 | $2,727 | $10,000+ |
| Central Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,283 | $5,035 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 112 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #29
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Central Chicago?
There are currently 86 Studio Apartments in Central Chicago with rent ranges from $1,450 to $6,644 with an average price of $15,117.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Chicago Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Chicago ranges from $1,450 to $7,465 with an average monthly rent of $2,814.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Chicago range from $1,660 to $15,039. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,912.
How expensive are Central Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 55 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,727 to $18,631 - averaging $6,454 for the location.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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