
Homes for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (1,960 Rentals)


5614 W Melrose St

4314 N Clarendon Ave

3558 W Cortland St

907 W 71st St

3112 N California Ave

8610 S Wabash Ave

1133 E 81st Pl

6456 S Whipple St
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6018 S St Lawrence Ave

1305 N Austin Blvd

702 W Barry Ave

5343 S Carpenter St

2053 N Bingham St

1338.5 W Estes Ave

3144 N Southport Ave

1630 W Chase Ave

7238 S Cornell Ave

1907 W Garfield Blvd
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1652 N Kedvale Ave

5501 S Everett Ave

1845 N Mozart St

1440 S Michigan Ave

2830 W Summerdale Ave

3711 S Michigan Ave

5306 N Washtenaw Ave

11745 S Wallace St
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3513 W Fulton Blvd

615 E 60th St

913 W 86th St

3615 N Troy St

6112 W Diversey Ave

11560 S Hale Ave

9032 S University Ave

9614 S Princeton Ave

9016 S Woodlawn Ave

428 W 100th Pl

1310 W Ohio St

3310 N Milwaukee Ave

5120 W Patterson Ave
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1850 N Clark St, Unit 02005

300 N State St, Unit 3826

7238 S Cornell Ave, Unit 2N

655 W Irving Park Rd, Unit 1215

3841 N Sacramento Ave, Unit 1

200 N Dearborn St, Unit 2405

2450 W Addison St, Unit 1B

899 S Plymouth Ct, Unit 404

1845 S Michigan Ave, Unit 01204

640 W Grace St, Unit 03W
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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 | $2,814 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,458 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,233 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,784 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,417 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago?
There are currently 24702 Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $575 to $77,776. There are also 6349 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago ranging from $700 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 $700 to $58,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,920.
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 $1,000 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $825 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.