950 W Monroe St, Unit 414
950 W Monroe St
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Pet Friendly Homes for Rent in the Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,102 Rentals)
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1424 W Walton St, Unit 2
1424 W Walton St
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849 W Ohio St
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1816 S Indiana Ave
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1160 N Dearborn St, Unit #415
1160 N Dearborn St
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1901 W 21st Pl, Unit 2r
1901 W 21st Pl
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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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1220 W Carroll Ave
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641 W Grand Ave, Unit S
641 W Grand Ave
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130 N Garland Ct
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630 S Clark St, Unit 3711
630 S Clark St
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200 W Superior St, Unit 2706B
200 W Superior St
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1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 27G
1400 S Michigan Ave
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1122 N Clark St, Unit 1122
1122 N Clark St
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440 N Wabash Ave, Unit 01707
440 N Wabash Ave
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106 W Chicago Ave, Unit 304
106 W Chicago Ave
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200 N Dearborn St, Unit 04503
200 N Dearborn St
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1043 W Madison St, Unit 27R
1043 W Madison St
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211 E Ohio St, Unit 2513
211 E Ohio St
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1322 S Wabash Ave
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535 N michigan Ave, Unit 2507
535 N michigan Ave
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1339 W Huron St
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216 N Wells St, Unit 1402
216 N Wells St
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1550 S Blue Island Ave, Unit 617
1550 S Blue Island Ave
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959 N Wolcott Ave
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1226 N Dearborn St, Unit 33C
1226 N Dearborn St
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1201 W Adams St
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111 W Polk St
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660 W Grand Ave, Unit 2W
660 W Grand Ave
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360 W Illinois St
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30 W Huron St, Unit 02606
30 W Huron St
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152 W Superior St, Unit 4R
152 W Superior St
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42 E Superior St, Unit 9F
42 E Superior St
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70 W Huron St, Unit 12
70 W Huron St
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20 N State St, Unit 1139
20 N State St
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105 W Chestnut St, Unit 2408
105 W Chestnut St
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600 N Wells St, Unit 2705
600 N Wells St
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921 S Laflin St, Unit 02F
921 S Laflin St
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22 N State St, Unit 43c
22 N State St
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663 N State St, Unit 911
663 N State St
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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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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters
A Local Expert's Guide to The 10 Best Chicago Neighborhoods near Major Local Employers. Find your perfect Chicago, IL apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeLiving.com
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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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