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Rental terms in the River West area of Chicago as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River West Studio Apartments | $2,565 | $1,295 | $4,291 |
| River West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,112 | $1,300 | $9,987 |
| River West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,503 | $1,560 | $10,000+ |
| River West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,131 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| River West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,545 | $1,449 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 104 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
See all Apartments in ChicagoCurrently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in River West is at Post Chicago listed at $1,313.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in River West is $5,341.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in River West is a 1,951 square feet unit starting from $3,019 at The Hudson.
The average size for a Short-term rental in River West is currently at 784 sq ft.
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