
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (264 Rentals) Page 3 of 6
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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1922 W Ogden Ave, Unit 1114

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1922 W Ogden Ave, Unit 1601

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846 N Hermitage Ave, Unit SI ID1379013P

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL5-ID1412

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 809

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 1312

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 1205

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420 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL7-ID585

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1922 W Ogden Ave, Unit 1405
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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 916

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 1906

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 2009

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 401

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1922 W Ogden Ave, Unit 909

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 1416

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513 S Damen Ave, Unit 702

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1922 W Ogden Ave, Unit 709

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1401 S State St, Unit SI FL19-ID771

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939 W Washington Blvd, Unit SI FL6-ID205
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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL30-ID1392

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45 E Chicago Ave, Unit SI FL17-ID1029597P

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1210 S Indiana Ave, Unit SI FL11-ID1317

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300 N Canal St, Unit SI FL4-ID1388

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300 N Canal St, Unit SI FL17-ID1389

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1401 S State St, Unit SI FL7-ID1018

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1314 W Randolph St, Unit SI ID1029629P

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901 S Ashland Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID1385

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210 N Wells St, Unit SI FL14-ID211

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108 W Chicago Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID362
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215 W Lake St, Unit SI ID1029635P

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901 S Ashland Ave, Unit SI FL9-ID1337

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60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL8-ID1372

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60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL10-ID1370

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755 S Clark St, Unit SI ID1337725P

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445 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL27-ID445

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601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI FL6-ID1340

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720 S Wells St, Unit SI ID1310542P

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1243 W Madison St, Unit SI ID1322528P

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1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL25-ID1349
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1 E Delaware Pl, Unit SI FL14-ID1359

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1400 W Randolph St, Unit SI FL10-ID1353

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601 W Jackson Blvd, Unit SI FL12-ID1339

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1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL12-ID1348

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8 E Huron St, Unit SI FL10-ID971

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500 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit SI FL22-ID148

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1 E Delaware Pl, Unit SI FL8-ID1358

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1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL9-ID1350

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460 W Chicago Ave, Unit SI FL15-ID1351

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60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL8-ID1346
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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 | $2,468 | $1,263 | $9,922 |
| Downtown Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $900 | $9,987 |
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,246 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,831 | $989 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,684 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,821 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 264 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 $1,429.
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 $4,421.
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 2,267 square feet unit starting from $2,521 at State and Grand.
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 655 sq ft.
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