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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,382 | $943 | $5,241 |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $450 | $9,750 |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,008 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,441 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,972 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,927 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Schedule Your Tour Today!! *12-month lease required. Please contact the leasing office for other lease terms.Expires 12-31-2025
SPECIALS AVAILABLE! Offer applies to certain floorplans. Inquire with the Leasing Office for details.Expires 12-31-2025
$3750/month gross rent, $3375/month reflects one month rent concession on a 10 month lease! Lease will be prorated.Expires 12-31-2025
Sign & move in today to get up to 1.5 month free on select 4 bedrooms! Apply now for waived signing fees!Expires 12-31-2025
Apply by 12/31 to receive $1,500 off first full month. Must move-in by 1/15/2026! *Terms and Conditions may applyExpires 12-31-2025
*12-Month Lease is required.Expires 12-31-2025
Holiday Special! New applicants to Presidential Towers will enjoy $1,500 OFF their first months rent and a waived admin fee of $450 OFF any 2-bedroom, when you lease & move in by Sunday, December 28th, 2025! If you move into a studio, convertible, OR a 1 bedroom by Sunday, December 28th, 2025, you will only receive the $450 waived admin fee! *Terms and conditions may apply. Contact us for full offer details and to schedule your personalized tour TODAY!Expires 12-31-2025
Receive up to one month free with extended lease terms. Ask your leasing agent for full details.Expires 12-31-2025
Contact us to learn more about our current leasing specials. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-01-2026
Limited Availability! Secure your new home today--now offering 6-month and 16-month leases. Call the leasing team for additional information!Expires 01-01-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Chicago, IL. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Move in fee waived if you apply within 48 hours of touring ($375/person)Expires 02-28-2030
Reduced Pricing on Select Apartments! Schedule Your Tour Today!! Live in the Celebrated Gold Coast neighborhood! Schedule A Tour Today! *12-month lease required. Please contact the leasing office for other lease terms.Expires 01-07-2026
Reduced Pricing on Select Apartments! Schedule Your Tour Today! *12-month lease required.Expires 01-07-2026
Live in the Celebrated River North neighborhood! Schedule Your Tour Today! * 12-month lease requireExpires 01-31-2026
Currently Offering 1 Month Free on All Apartments!Expires 01-31-2026
1 MONTH FREE on a 13 month lease. Price shown represents net rent.Expires 01-31-2026
Move in by 12/31 and receive 1 Month Free Base Rent on select units.* Other fees excluded and certain restrictions apply; call for details.Expires 01-01-2026
One month free on all 14+ month lease terms.Expires 01-01-2026
Ask about additional leasing incentives! Schedule a tour with our leasing team to explore 3Eleven today. Text RENT to (312) 262-4842 for the latest updates.Expires 01-01-2026
Apply Within 48 Hours of Touring and Enjoy $450 Off!* Contact a leasing agent for details.Expires 01-01-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Chicago is at Letterman Chicago listed at $1,040.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Chicago is $4,120.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chicago is a 3,339 square feet unit starting from $2,461 at Aurelien.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Chicago is currently at 613 sq ft.
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