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831 N Ashland Ave, Unit 2

12327 S Parnell Ave

5429 S Blackstone Ave, Unit Condo

2550 W Thomas St

2814 W North Ave

1838 W Erie St

1307 N Bell Ave

6101 W 64th Pl

7002 W Farragut Ave
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6059 W 64th St

365 N Halsted St

45 E Chicago Ave

1856 N Fairfield Ave

3729 N Seminary Ave

4636 N Hamilton Ave

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952 N Racine Ave

6200 S Meade Ave
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4636 N Hamilton Ave

831 N Ashland Ave

6400 N Wayne Ave

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831 N Ashland Ave

4638 N Hamilton Ave

2332 S Marshall Blvd

8325 S Ingleside Ave

548 N Troy St
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6540 S Vernon Ave

8518 S Givins Ct

2420 S Oakley Ave

8153 S Exchange Ave

6444 S Eberhart Ave

6136 S Richmond St

7432 S Oglesby Ave

7047 S Lowe Ave

7736 S Champlain Ave

8728 S Honore St
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9757 S Ave M

12327 S Parnell Ave

6156 S Kenwood Ave

5017 S Drexel Blvd

4953 N Bernard St

3745 S Lake Park Ave

2550 W Thomas St

4511 N Melvina Ave

1938 N Ridgeway Ave

5304 S New England 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 | $2,746 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,139 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,938 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,016 | $880 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,171 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24668 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $575 to $77,776. There are also 5806 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $625 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 $625 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,090.
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 $740 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $775 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,040.
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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.

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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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