
Homes for Rent in the Northwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,771 Rentals)


6430 W Berteau Ave, Unit 311

4750 N Elston Ave, Unit 4750 N Elston

2834 N Dawson Ave, Unit 2

2105-07 N Lawndale Ave, Unit 1N

1424 W Walton St, Unit 2

3207 N Narragansett Ave, Unit ONE BEDROOM

6560 W Diversey Ave, Unit 516

6560 W Diversey Ave, Unit 5

3255 N Kenneth Ave
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3255 N Kenneth Ave

3931 N Kostner Ave, Unit 2

4181 W Belmont Ave

3018 N Karlov Ave, Unit 1

2405 N Neva Ave, Unit Loft Style Ground Unit

4249 N Kedvale Ave, Unit 2

3963 W Belmont Ave, Unit 204

6230 W Foster Ave

5300 N Mason Ave

4350 W Lawrence Ave
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4350 W Lawrence Ave, Unit 405

7651 W Addison St, Unit 1w

2619 N Harding Ave, Unit 3

2619 N Harding Ave, Unit 3

2619 N Harding Ave, Unit # 03

3203 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 02C

3136 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit G

3136 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 2

3136 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 1

3136 N Ridgeway Ave
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3050 N Milwaukee Ave

2991 N Lawndale Ave, Unit # 01

2991 N Lawndale Ave, Unit 1

2420 N Springfield Ave, Unit 001

3650 W Diversey Ave, Unit 01R

4018 N Central Park Ave, Unit 1S

3760 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 2W

1821 N Tripp Ave, Unit 2

3550 W Montrose Ave, Unit 303

2520 N Drake Ave
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4640 N Drake Ave, Unit # 2S

3635 W Dickens Ave

3631 W Dickens Ave

2642 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 2E

2649 N Spaulding Ave, Unit # 03W

2737 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 312

2647 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 2649-3W

3570 W Dickens Ave, Unit # 02

3409 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 3D

2647 N Sawyer Ave, Unit 3
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Northwest Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Northwest Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,506 | $1,200 | $5,500 |
| Northwest Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,363 | $910 | $10,000+ |
| Northwest Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,380 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Northwest Chicago 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,427 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Northwest Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,049 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 1771 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #3
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Northwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
Reinberg Elementary School
Chicago Academy High School
Northwest Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Chicago?
There are currently 9886 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $13,065. There are also 1785 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Chicago ranging from $550 to $40,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Chicago?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Chicago ranges from $550 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,643.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest Chicago?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Chicago range from $1,200 to $10,256, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $910 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.
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