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1629 W Granville Ave

2809 N Wolcott Ave

1042 S Oakley Blvd

546 E 87th St

7836 S East End Ave, Unit 1

8708 W Berwyn Ave, Unit 3N

2453 S Archer Ave, Unit 4F

848 N Oakley Blvd, Unit 002

3650 W Diversey Ave, Unit 01R
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4002 N Southport Ave, Unit 002

3807 N Narragansett Ave

6225 S Indiana Ave

12416 S 44th Ct

1516 W Farwell Ave, Unit G

837 E 52nd St, Unit 3N

921 S Laflin St, Unit 02F

1552 W Juneway Ter, Unit 2p

4734 N Kildare Ave, Unit 2

3244 N Osceola Ave
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2200 W Cortez St, Unit 001

3528 W Shakespeare Ave, Unit G

1033 N Mozart St, Unit 02

815 W Buena Ave

3602 W 26th St, Unit 2

2800 W Logan Blvd, Unit 003

3631 W Dickens Ave

2420 N Springfield Ave, Unit 001

3635 W Dickens Ave

45 N Paulina St, Unit 2
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4741 N Troy St

1908 W Morse Ave

2821 N Campbell Ave, Unit 2E

6525 N Kedzie Ave

2833 N Albany Ave, Unit 2A

2123 N St Louis Ave, Unit 3N

8931 S Bennett Ave

7541 N Winchester Ave

1429 W Chicago Ave, Unit 3

1429 W Chicago Ave, Unit CH
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3842 W Division St

2515 W Lawrence Ave, Unit 002E

1551 W Juneway Ter

6318 N Albany Ave, Unit 3

2330 W Lunt Ave, Unit 403

3115 S Michigan Ave, Unit 307

1021 E 46th St, Unit 2N

820 W Waveland Ave, Unit #2N

3511 N Damen Ave, Unit 1

3255 N Kenneth 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 | $2,677 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,326 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,951 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,188 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,562 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,900 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 23793 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $43,181. There are also 5371 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $400 to $40,000.
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 $400 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,735.
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 $695 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,025.
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