
Pet Friendly Homes for Rent in the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (506 Rentals)
Homes for rent in the River West area of Chicago that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


849 W Ohio St

1220 W Carroll Ave

641 W Grand Ave, Unit S

200 W Superior St, Unit 2706B

1122 N Clark St, Unit 1122

1339 W Huron St

216 N Wells St, Unit 1402

1540 N La Salle Dr, Unit 607

660 W Grand Ave, Unit 2W
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152 W Superior St, Unit 4R

360 W Illinois St

1235 N La Salle Dr

705 N Milwaukee Ave

600 N Wells St, Unit 2705

650 W Wayman St, Unit # 0106C

650 W Wayman St, Unit 106C

1247 N Cleaver St, Unit BR

943 N Crosby St, Unit 306

700 N La Salle Dr
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600 W Chicago Ave, Unit 1609

520 N Halsted St, Unit 0314

650 W Wayman St, Unit 603c

740 W Fulton St, Unit 34F

674 N Wells St, Unit 1904

471 W Erie St

200 N Jefferson St, Unit 21A

433 N Wells St

1122 N Clark St, Unit 1005

1380 W Randolph St, Unit 1006
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900 W Washington Blvd

220 N Aberdeen St, Unit 905

1151 W Washington Blvd

216 W Chicago Ave, Unit 1322

345 N La Salle Dr

1523 W North Ave, Unit 0205

45 N Paulina St, Unit 2

200 N Jefferson St, Unit 3711

303 W Ohio St, Unit 33D

212 W Washington St, Unit 1413
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700 Larrabee N St, Unit 1003

630 N Franklin St, Unit 1008

345 N La Salle Dr

153 W Ohio St

1255 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 506

322 N Orleans St, Unit 3903

1431 W Lake St

731 N Sangamon St, Unit 406

1617 W Lake St, Unit 915

860 W Blackhawk St, Unit Blackhawk
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River West, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in River West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River West 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,861 | $1,995 | $5,799 |
| River West 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,213 | $2,400 | $7,500 |
| River West 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,116 | $4,000 | $8,750 |
| River West 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 506 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver West, Chicago, IL
Ranked #13
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about River West
What type of rentals are currently available in River West?
There are currently 889 Apartments for Rent in River West, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $43,181. There are also 622 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River West ranging from $1,635 to $13,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River West?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River West ranges from $1,635 to $13,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,287.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in River West?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in River West range from $2,650 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,394.
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