Short Term Lease Homes for Rent in Downtown Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (213 Rentals)

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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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property at 417 S Dearborn St

$4,147 - $10,044

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$4,147
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2 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 22

417 S Dearborn St

ChicagoIL60605
property at 906 N Damen Ave

$3,392

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$3,392
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$3,392

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 3

906 N Damen Ave

ChicagoIL60622
property at 1125 W Van Buren St

$8,824

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$8,824
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$8,824

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 19

1125 W Van Buren St

ChicagoIL60607
property at 951 W Huron St

$5,646 - $7,495

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$5,646
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2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 9

951 W Huron St

ChicagoIL60642

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property at 870 N Orleans St

$6,498

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$6,498
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$6,498

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Nov 1

870 N Orleans St

ChicagoIL60610
property at 1408 W Ohio St

$4,056 - $4,077

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$4,077
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$4,077

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 7

1408 W Ohio St

ChicagoIL60642

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property at 633 S LaSalle St

$8,549 - $11,115

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$11,115
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3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Dec 31

633 S LaSalle St

ChicagoIL60605

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Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chicago

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chicago?

There are currently 2136 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $900 to $48,409. There are also 1318 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chicago ranging from $1,080 to $22,000.

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 $1,080 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,219.

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 $989 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,080 to $22,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,210 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $924.

Expert Rental Resources

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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