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1244 N Dearborn St, Unit 3R

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 27G

1122 N Clark St, Unit 1122

401 W Webster Ave, Unit 204

441 W Melrose St, Unit 1B

7637 S Eberhart Ave

2800 N Pine Grove Ave, Unit 6J

1908 S Sawyer Ave

1043 W Madison St, Unit 27R
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535 N michigan Ave, Unit 2507

1633 W Chase Ave, Unit 3m

1550 S Blue Island Ave, Unit 617

1226 N Dearborn St, Unit 33C

42 E Superior St, Unit 9F

2007 W Jarvis Ave

7541 N Winchester Ave

1908 W Morse Ave

7742 N Eastlake Ter, Unit 2w

3635 W Dickens Ave
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709 W Brompton Ave

3631 W Dickens Ave

1319 W Addison St, Unit 1B

1552 W Juneway Ter, Unit 2p

1551 W Juneway Ter

7510 N Eastlake Ter, Unit 1

1918 S Michigan Ave, Unit 202

3807 N Narragansett Ave

1717 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1307

426 W Barry Ave, Unit 1 bed in lakeview
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1450 E 55th Plz, Unit 720S

6931 N Lakewood Ave

6166 N Sheridan Rd

1111 S Wabash Ave, Unit 1605

1111 S Wabash Ave, Unit 23D

6231 S Woodlawn Ave, Unit 3

828 W Agatite Ave, Unit #2

622 N May St, Unit May St

630 W Roscoe St, Unit 2N

4800 S Chicago Beach Dr, Unit 1102N
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700 S Clark St, Unit 13D

705 S Clark St, Unit 44G

322 W Evergreen Ave, Unit 1

5525 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 5525 Blackstone

1247 N Cleaver St, Unit BF

740 W Fulton St, Unit 34F

600 W Chicago Ave, Unit 1609

25 E Superior St, Unit 15T

611 S Wells St, Unit 1609

8641 1/2 W Foster Ave, Unit O'Hare apartment
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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 | $2,903 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,513 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,995 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,744 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,824 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,525 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24196 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $595 to $43,181. There are also 4838 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $400 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 $400 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,818.
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 $1,110 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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