
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (328 Rentals) Page 2 of 7
Rental terms in the Downtown Chicago area of Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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1407 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL7-ID494

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730 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit SI ID1029596P

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500 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit SI FL15-ID1022

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601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI ID1029579P

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311 W Illinois St, Unit SI FL19-ID1135

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL5-ID1414

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730 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit SI ID1029581P

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730 W Couch Pl, Unit SI FL18-ID1365

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823 N Clark St, Unit SI ID1029622P
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601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI FL8-ID1307

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL4-ID284

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417 S Dearborn St, Unit SI ID1521526P

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1519 W Superior St, Unit SI ID1255751P

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL3-ID1240

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505 N State St, Unit SI FL20-ID1143

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417 S Dearborn St, Unit SI ID1521522P

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417 S Dearborn St, Unit SI ID1521523P

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417 S Dearborn St, Unit SI ID1521510P

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330 S Wells St, Unit SI FL15-ID194
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215 W Lake St, Unit SI FL12-ID1343

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226 S Hoyne Ave, Unit SI ID1255618P

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1035 W Van Buren St, Unit SI FL11-ID751

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL4-ID285

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423 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL3-ID1393

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906 N Damen Ave, Unit SI ID1511813P

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL7-ID234

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347 W Chestnut St, Unit 1313

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555 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI ID1504155P

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555 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI ID1504153P
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17 S Wabash Ave, Unit SI ID1504149P

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17 S Wabash Ave, Unit SI ID1504150P

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL5-ID1415

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29 S LaSalle St, Unit SI ID1029574P

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1212 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID1119

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1519 W Superior St, Unit SI ID1255750P

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL16-ID648

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445 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL31-ID1122

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347 W Chestnut St, Unit 2506

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165 N Desplaines St, Unit SI FL12-ID748
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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL19-ID271

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1125 W Van Buren St, Unit SI ID1029599P

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318 W Grand Ave, Unit SI ID1244921P

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637 N Wells St, Unit SI FL24-ID1194

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1044 W Van Buren St, Unit SI ID1029618P

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720 S Wells St, Unit SI ID1310546P

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535 N St Clair St, Unit SI FL7-ID1145

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29 S LaSalle St, Unit SI ID1029572P

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1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL60-ID1268608P

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347 W Chestnut St, Unit 711
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,388 | $1,245 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,318 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,357 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,590 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,240 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 328 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Downtown Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Downtown Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown Chicago is at 21st Street Lofts by 3L Living listed at $1,399.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Downtown Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown Chicago is $5,083.
What is the largest Short-term Downtown Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chicago is a 2,703 square feet unit starting from $2,388 at NEMA Chicago.
What is the average size for Downtown Chicago Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Downtown Chicago is currently at 628 sq ft.
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