
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (716 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Chicago area of Chicago that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


The Scott Residences

180 North Jefferson

Shoreham and Tides

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AMLI West Loop

Marlowe

Century Tower

Marquee at Block 37

The Archer

Circa 922
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Arrive Streeterville

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AMLI Lofts

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Hubbard Place

Coast at Lakeshore East

Echelon Chicago

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One Superior Place

ReNew Waterside
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The Streeter

Aqua at Lakeshore East

Kingsbury Plaza

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Flora

Sentral Michigan Avenue

ONE Old Town Park

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Spoke
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The Clark

Residences at 8 East Huron

21 E Chestnut

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1001 South State

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Xavier

River West Lofts

1100 North Lasalle

Two West Delaware

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North Water Apartments

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AMLI River North

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North Harbor Tower

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Cascade

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Prairie Shores
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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 | $2,464 | $1,236 | $9,922 |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $1,150 | $9,987 |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,270 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,869 | $989 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,821 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 716 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Chicago area of Chicago, IL that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Alta with prices starting from $2,259 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. 1401 S. State scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,218. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta | 4/4 | West Loop | $2,259 |
| 1401 S. State | 4/4 | South Loop | $2,218 |
| Bishop Street Lofts | 4/4 | Pilsen | $2,195 |
| The Sinclair | 4/4 | Old Town | $2,708 |
| 465 North Park | 4/4 | Streeterville | $2,702 |
| Scio at the Medical District | 3.8/4 | Little Italy | $1,939 |
| AMLI Lofts | 3.8/4 | South Loop | $2,391 |
| Cityfront Place | 3.8/4 | Streeterville | $2,707 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | 3.8/4 | South Loop | $2,895 |
| 1000 South Clark | 3.8/4 | South Loop | $2,507 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Chicago
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Chicago of Downtown Chicago is the A12 Model at 1401 S. State, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $2,218. The second cheapest Downtown Chicago Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio-1A-5 Studio unit at The Cooper starting at $2,243. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1401 S. State | A12 | $2,218 |
| The Cooper | Studio-1A-5 | $2,243 |
| Scio at the Medical District | One Bedroom B1 | $2,264 |
| Alta | West 09 & 10 | $2,300 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Sx1B | $2,438 |
| 1000 South Clark | 17 | $2,521 |
| AMLI Lofts | E200 | $2,613 |
| 465 North Park | Studio-S1-2 | $2,702 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | B | $2,915 |
| The Sinclair | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1C-1 | $3,312 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL
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Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly multifamily community may be just the ticket if you have kids when you rent. Amongst all of the submarkets in Chicago, this section of town is one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the most respected school districts available.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks, paths, and trails? Downtown Chicago is a highly-rated part of town for its parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have pets? this section of Chicago is one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Chicago is at Letterman Chicago listed at $1,040.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Chicago is $3,975.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chicago is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $1,825 at 1022 W Fry St, Unit 1F.
What is the average size for Downtown Chicago Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Chicago is currently at 766 sq ft.
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