950 W Monroe St, Unit 414
950 W Monroe St
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Homes for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL with Hardwood Floors (605 Rentals)
1424 W Walton St, Unit 2
1424 W Walton St
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849 W Ohio St
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816 W 18th St, Unit 4M
816 W 18th St
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3001 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1505
3001 S Michigan Ave
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1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 27G
1400 S Michigan Ave
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1845 S Michigan Ave, Unit 01204
1845 S Michigan Ave
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1820 S Bishop St, Unit 309
1820 S Bishop St
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660 W Grand Ave, Unit 2W
660 W Grand Ave
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1307 S Wabash Ave, Unit 305
1307 S Wabash Ave
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The Windy City Price Tag: Your Complete Guide to the Cost of Living in Chicago
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30 W Huron St, Unit 02606
30 W Huron St
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300 N State St, Unit 04330
300 N State St
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70 W Huron St
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1464 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1008
1464 S Michigan Ave
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705 N Milwaukee Ave
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600 N Wells St, Unit 2705
600 N Wells St
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663 N State St, Unit 911
663 N State St
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1918 S Michigan Ave, Unit 202
1918 S Michigan Ave
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474 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit High floor 1 bed
474 N Lake Shore Dr
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474 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 5109
474 N Lake Shore Dr
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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474 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 5109
474 N Lake Shore Dr
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474 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 5603
474 N Lake Shore Dr
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1717 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1307
1717 S Prairie Ave
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300 N State St, Unit 4708
300 N State St
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1901 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1111
1901 S Calumet Ave
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744 N Clark St
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622 N May St, Unit May St
622 N May St
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230 E Ontario St, Unit 2005
230 E Ontario St
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770 W Gladys Ave, Unit 23E
770 W Gladys Ave
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519 N Clark St, Unit 3c
519 N Clark St
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Best Places to Live Near Chicago: 5 Cities That Keep the Windy City Accessible
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1247 N Cleaver St, Unit BR
1247 N Cleaver St
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700 S Clark St, Unit 13D
700 S Clark St
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616 N Paulina St
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616 N Paulina St
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1600 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1805
1600 S Prairie Ave
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740 W Fulton St, Unit 34F
740 W Fulton St
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611 S Wells St, Unit 1609
611 S Wells St
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650 W Wayman St, Unit 603c
650 W Wayman St
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25 E Superior St, Unit 15T
25 E Superior St
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910 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1306
910 S Michigan Ave
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Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA
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2025 W Erie St, Unit 1R
2025 W Erie St
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440 N Wabash Ave, Unit 1504
440 N Wabash Ave
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300 N State St, Unit 4828
300 N State St
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300 N State St, Unit 4828
300 N State St
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1151 W Washington Blvd
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2 E Erie St, Unit 1612
2 E Erie St
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565 W Quincy St
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300 N State St
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45 N Paulina St, Unit 2
45 N Paulina St
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625 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 803
625 W Jackson Blvd
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,752 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,916 | $910 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,486 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,500 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters
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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL
South Loop Elementary School
City Of Chicago School District 299
Public School - Grades PK-8 (846)
8 out of 10
Jones College Prep High School
City Of Chicago School District 299
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1932)
7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chicago?
There are currently 2172 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $43,181. There are also 1522 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chicago ranging from $900 to $32,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Chicago?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Chicago ranges from $900 to $32,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,392.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Chicago?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chicago range from $1,024 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $910 to $32,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,025.
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