
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Chicago, IL (1,794 Rentals)


100 E 14th St, Unit 2207, Unit 2207

680 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 1011, Unit 1011

400 E Randolph St, Unit 1310, Unit 1310

1228 N Dearborn St, Unit 2F, Unit 2F

646 N Long Ave

3278 W Wabansia Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

4922 N Kedzie Ave, Unit 2W, Unit 2W

349 E 91st St, Unit B, Unit B

8900 S Dauphin Ave
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7445 N Greenview Ave

5713 N Kimball Ave, Unit 3E, Unit 3E

3219 W Balmoral Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

6335 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2S, Unit 2S

2325 W Rice St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R

927 W Lawrence Ave, Unit LH, Unit LH

5741 N Artesian Ave, Unit Garden, Unit Garden

1007 N California Ave, Unit # 02R, Unit # 02R

821 N Hermitage Ave, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

2405 N Neva Ave, Unit ground, Unit ground
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3851 N Bernard St, Unit 1F, Unit 1F

6309 N Albany Ave

3844 N Bernard St, Unit 1F, Unit 1F

4501 N Kedzie Ave, Unit 3R, Unit 3R

2243 W Rosemont Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

7742 N Ashland Ave

1916 W Winona St

3841 N Bernard St

3213 W Armitage Ave, Unit 02F, Unit 02F

1609 W Juneway Ter, Unit 1C, Unit 1C
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4449 N Hamlin Ave, Unit # 03, Unit # 03

2950 W Belle Plaine Ave

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4050 N Mozart St, Unit 1W, Unit 1W

814 N Fairfield Ave, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2

811 S Kedzie Ave, Unit GDN, Unit GDN

5538 N Paulina St, Unit 1, Unit 1

6546 S Maryland Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

1704 S Morgan St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R

1845 S Michigan Ave, Unit 01204, Unit 01204
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7541 N Winchester Ave

1643 W Sherwin Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

4335 N Campbell Ave

6022 N Winthrop Ave

5647 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 1N, Unit 1N

3631 W Dickens Ave

3517 W Dickens Ave

1633 W Chase Ave, Unit 3m, Unit 3m

1603 W Berteau Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1908 W Morse Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,874 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,420 | $960 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,443 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,093 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,172 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,850 | $3,550 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24288 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $48,409. There are also 5173 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $630 to $58,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chicago?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chicago ranges from $630 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,981.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chicago?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chicago range from $883 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $960 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $970.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
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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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