
Apartments for Rent by Owner in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (30 Rentals)


1049 N Winchester Ave, Unit 2

1312 W Erie St, Unit 1 R Back apartment

2314 S Seeley Ave, Unit Garden Unit
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918 N Paulina St, Unit 2F

1033 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 2

920 N Paulina St, Unit 2

827 S Laflin St, Unit 2
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303 W Ohio St, Unit Silver Tower

331 E Ontario St, Unit 2

25 S Halsted St, Unit 101

1333 W Walton St, Unit 2r

1642 W Augusta Blvd, Unit 2F

3025 S Poplar Ave, Unit 1
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1532 W Thomas St, Unit 1F

320 E 21st St, Unit 503

1427 W Lexington St, Unit 2nd

811 S Lytle St, Unit 618
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1119 W Grand Ave, Unit 2R

917 S Loomis St, Unit 1

1838 S May St, Unit Apt 2F
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 | $2,753 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,403 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,775 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,418 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,048 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,047 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Downtown Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Downtown Chicago?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Downtown Chicago is at 1838 S May St, Unit Apt 2F listed at $1,445.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Downtown Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Downtown Chicago is $2,728.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Downtown Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chicago is a 2,500 square feet unit starting from $5,500 at 1033 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Downtown Chicago For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Downtown Chicago is currently at 1,082 sq ft.
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