
5 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Chicago, IL (52 Rentals)


2651 W Armitage Ave

851 W Wellington Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1838 W Erie St

8128 S King Dr, Unit SI ID1298094P

6101 W 64th Pl, Unit SI ID1285061P

1307 N Bell Ave, Unit SI ID1244933P

1110 W Marquette Rd, Unit 1

6233 S Racine Ave

1501 W Thomas St, Unit SI ID1294882P
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1249 S Kedvale Ave, Unit 1

6433 S Racine Ave, Unit 1

4944 S Michigan Ave, Unit 3

7745 S Sangamon St

2512 N Halsted St, Unit 4

6115 S University Ave

Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home, Unit E

2332 S Marshall Blvd

1620 N Laramie Ave

8518 S Givins Ct
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2420 S Oakley Ave

12026 S Lafayette Ave

8442 S Essex Ave

11809 S Lafayette Ave

10635 S Cottage Grove Ave

6444 S Eberhart Ave

7047 S Lowe Ave

2143 W 18th Pl

7411 N Claremont Ave

131 E 117th St
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10520 S Perry Ave

6730 W Dakin St

2850 W Henderson St

6626 S Ingleside Ave

1302 W Erie St

44 E Cedar St

1318 N Astor St

441 W Deming Pl

2024 Maple Ave

5539-47 W Archer Ave, Unit SI ID1391862P
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7411 W 56th St, Unit SI ID1391861P

6722 W Golfview Ln

4056 W 89th Pl

15010 Perry Ave

714 Broadway Ave

8849 Kostner Terrace

395 Scott St

9214 Washington St

2076 Valley Lo Ln

123 Maple 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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What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24084 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $48,409. There are also 5052 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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