
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (726 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Chicago area of Chicago that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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180 North Jefferson

Shoreham and Tides

Bellwether Residences

626 on the Park

Kingsbury Plaza

Cassidy on Canal

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Cascade

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AMLI West Loop

Marlowe

Sentral Michigan Avenue

Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

ONE Old Town Park

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Spoke

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The Clark

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21 E Chestnut

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1001 South State

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Marquee at Block 37

Xavier

The Archer

Two West Delaware

Circa 922

Luxe on Madison
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West77 Apartments

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The Seneca Apartments

Arrive South Loop

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AMLI Lofts

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AMLI River North

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Hubbard Place

Coast at Lakeshore East

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ReNew Waterside

The Streeter

Aqua at Lakeshore East

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River West Lofts

Arrive Streeterville

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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 | $2,494 | $946 | $7,201 |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,015 | $1,150 | $9,072 |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,293 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,496 | $1,411 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,450 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,507 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $18,368 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 726 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 ReNew Waterside with prices starting from $2,359 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. One East Delaware scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,290. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Waterside | 4/4 | Streeterville | $2,359 |
| One East Delaware | 4/4 | Gold Coast | $2,290 |
| Alta | 4/4 | West Loop | $2,183 |
| 1401 S. State | 4/4 | South Loop | $2,267 |
| Bishop Street Lofts | 4/4 | Pilsen | $2,195 |
| The Sinclair | 4/4 | Old Town | $2,734 |
| 465 North Park | 4/4 | Streeterville | $2,930 |
| Scio at the Medical District | 3.8/4 | Little Italy | $2,138 |
| Cityfront Place | 3.8/4 | Streeterville | $2,709 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | 3.8/4 | South Loop | $2,588 |
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 One Bedroom with Balcony B2 Model at Scio at the Medical District, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $2,249. The second cheapest Downtown Chicago Pet Friendly apartment is the A3-R 1 Bed unit at 1401 S. State starting at $2,384. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Chicago apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Scio at the Medical District | One Bedroom with Balcony B2 | $2,249 |
| 1401 S. State | A3-R | $2,384 |
| One East Delaware | Junior 1 Bed 1 Bath E | $2,724 |
| The Sinclair | Studio-S1 | $2,734 |
| Cityfront Place | A15 | $2,974 |
| 465 North Park | Studio-S3 | $2,992 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | M | $3,445 |
| 1000 South Clark | 14 | $4,020 |
| Alta | East 04 | $4,301 |
| ReNew Waterside | 3E City View | $5,559 |
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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 Prairie Shores listed at $1,011.
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 $4,094.
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 4,425 square feet unit starting from $2,258 at 369 Grand by Onni.
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 756 sq ft.
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