
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (2,402 Rentals)


The Scott Residences

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The Duncan

Century Tower

Marquee at Block 37

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AMLI Lofts

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Hubbard Place

Coast at Lakeshore East

Echelon Chicago

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ReNew Waterside

The Streeter

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Kingsbury Plaza

224 S Ashland

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Flora

Sentral Michigan Avenue

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The Clark

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21 E Chestnut

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Xavier

River West Lofts

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Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,463 | $1,236 | $9,922 |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,011 | $1,150 | $9,987 |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,262 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,885 | $989 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,821 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL
South Loop Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Illinois including Downtown Chicago, Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with a son or daughter (or both!)? Amongst all of the communities in Chicago, this area of town has a reputation as one of the best submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, trails and recreation, and great learning and education resources.
Outdoors Rating
Love the great outdoors? Downtown Chicago is a highly-rated submarket for having parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood has emerged as one of the finest luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, proximity to great shopping areas, gardens, nearby parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this section of Chicago ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Chicago?
There are currently 819 Studio Apartments in Downtown Chicago with rent ranges from $1,236 to $9,922 with an average price of $2,463.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Chicago Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chicago ranges from $1,150 to $9,987 with an average monthly rent of $3,011.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Chicago range from $970 to $18,797. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,262.
How expensive are Downtown Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 602 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $989 to $38,481 - averaging $5,885 for the location.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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