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719 W Barry Ave, Unit 721.5-B2

714 W Barry Ave, Unit B3

800 Sherman Ave, Unit 800-W3

3831 N Fremont St, Unit 308

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 803

1329. N Dearborn, Unit C5

457 W Melrose St, Unit 601

5430 N Sheridan Rd

1446 N Dearborn St, Unit C4

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 13-C3

1914 W Morse Ave, Unit 24-3N

1312 Oak Ave, Unit B3

533 W Belden Ave, Unit 701B

805 Dempster St, Unit W4

723 W Barry Ave, Unit 2A

1536 N Kedzie Ave, Unit J3

511 W Melrose St, Unit 101

721 W Barry Ave, Unit 2

448 W Barry Ave, Unit 201

2834 W Palmer St, Unit 105

445 W Barry Ave, Unit 101

3824 N Fremont St, Unit 103

519 W Surf, Unit 6H

448 W Barry Ave, Unit 812

2852 W Palmer St, Unit 501

711 W Brompton Ave, Unit #GDN

720 W Barry Ave, Unit 3B

511 W Melrose St, Unit 106

511 W Melrose St, Unit 101

427 W Belden Ave, Unit 429.5-B107

1347 N Dearborn St, Unit 605

719 W Barry Ave, Unit 721-B3

5644 N Ridge Ave, Unit 48-2W

511 W Melrose St, Unit 405

1313 Oak Ave, Unit 1321-B2

625 W Barry Ave, Unit 3

1515 N Fremont St, Unit 102

434 W Wellington Ave, Unit 401

540 W Surf St, Unit GDN

1740 W Garfield Blvd

1555 W Hollywood Ave, Unit 602

420 Marengo Ave, Unit F4

434 W Wellington Ave, Unit 309

4925 W Henderson St

1515 N Fremont St, Unit 312

1536 N Kedzie Ave

5920 N Kenmore Ave

2610 W 38th St

965 S Cora St
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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 | $2,854 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,410 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,867 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,734 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,381 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,610 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24157 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $43,181. There are also 5006 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 $2,758.
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 $700 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,025.
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