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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,355 | $1,105 | $6,511 |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,948 | $1,234 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,228 | $849 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,220 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $16,973 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 830 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
See all Apartments in ChicagoThe 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 $2,316 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 $2,158. 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 | $2,316 |
| 1401 S. State | 4/4 | South Loop | $2,158 |
| The Sinclair | 4/4 | Old Town | $2,639 |
| 465 North Park | 4/4 | Streeterville | $2,520 |
| 1337 W. Walton | 4/4 | Ukrainian Village | $3,375 |
| Scio at the Medical District | 3.8/4 | Little Italy | $2,069 |
| AMLI Lofts | 3.8/4 | South Loop | $2,319 |
| Cityfront Place | 3.8/4 | Streeterville | $2,097 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | 3.8/4 | South Loop | $2,631 |
| 1000 South Clark | 3.8/4 | South Loop | $2,314 |
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Chicago of Downtown Chicago is the Apartment 3 Bedroom Model at 1935 S Canalport Ave, which is a 3 Beds unit starting from $1,825. The second cheapest Downtown Chicago Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio-1A Studio unit at The Cooper starting at $1,985. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1935 S Canalport Ave | Apartment 3 Bedroom | $1,825 |
| The Cooper | Studio-1A | $1,985 |
| Scio at the Medical District | Studio with Balcony A2 | $2,060 |
| AMLI Lofts | E100 | $2,319 |
| Cityfront Place | C16 | $2,514 |
| 465 North Park | Studio-S3 | $2,520 |
| 1000 South Clark | 01 | $2,594 |
| Alta | West 07 & 12 | $2,748 |
| The Sinclair | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1A-1 | $3,212 |
| 1337 W. Walton | #1R | $3,375 |
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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.
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.
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.
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Chicago is at Letterman Chicago listed at $1,040.
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Chicago is $3,803.
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chicago is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $1,800 at 1914 W 21st Plz, Unit 1.
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Chicago is currently at 839 sq ft.
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