Chicago, IL Apartments For Rent
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Chicago, IL 60661
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Chicago, IL 60626
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,603 - $13,535/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsUnion West | 939 W Washington Blvd,
Chicago, IL 60607
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$3,850 - $3,900/mo2 Beds2 BathsSix91 Milwaukee - River West | 691 N Milwaukee Ave,
Chicago, IL 60642
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHEDTotal price$2,536 - $5,510/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsAMLI West Loop | 205 S Peoria St,
Chicago, IL 60607
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOPET FRIENDLY$2,649 - $5,289/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsNorth Water Apartments | 340 E North Water St,
Chicago, IL 60611
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHED$2,602 - $5,826/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsSentral Michigan Avenue | 808 S Michigan Ave,
Chicago, IL 60605
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,356 - $4,656/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsOne Superior Place | 1 W Superior St,
Chicago, IL 60654
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NEW - 17 HRS AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,565 - $5,995/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsLuxe Suites Chicago Luxury Apartments | 812 W Adams St,
Chicago, IL 60607
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What Locals Say about Chicago
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Chicago: lively lakeside living with easy transit, endless eats, parks, and festivals at your door. People love the transit, walkability, lakefront parks, festivals, and diverse dining. They dislike dog waste, traffic and rough roads, rush-hour crowding, and uneven safety.
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Types of apartment in Chicago, IL
Chicago apartments range from brick two-flats and three-flats to courtyard buildings, mid-rise apartments, and newer glass towers. On the North Side, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Uptown, and Rogers Park have many vintage apartments with red-brick fronts, bay windows, stone trim, and shared entry stairs. In the Loop, River North, and the West Loop, apartments often sit in high-rises or converted loft buildings with big windows, concrete ceilings, and doormen. Along the lakefront, Edgewater and Hyde Park mix older apartments with taller buildings near the water.On the Northwest Side, Logan Square and Avondale have many graystone and brick walk-ups, plus some houses for rent on side streets. On the South Side, Bronzeville and Bridgeport often have brick flats, greystones, and rowhouses. Bungalows and two-story houses show up farther out. Practical tradeoffs are clear from the outside. Older apartments often have radiator heat, smaller closets, and less central air. Newer apartments can have elevators, laundry rooms, and package space, but layouts might feel tighter. Garden apartments are common in many areas and can sit partly below street level.
Getting around Chicago, IL
Chicago has strong transit for renters. The CTA, the city train and bus system, covers much of the city, with major stations at Clark/Lake, Fullerton, and 95th. Metra, the commuter rail system, helps from farther-out areas. Driving can be slow near the Loop and on Lake Shore Drive. Parking rules vary a lot by block in Lakeview, Logan Square, and Hyde Park. Walking works well in dense areas, and biking is common on routes like Milwaukee Avenue and the Lakefront Trail.Living in Chicago, IL
Chicago is known for lakefront parks, big museums, food, music, and office work. You can spend time in Lincoln Park, walk the 606, or visit Millennium Park and the Art Institute. Wrigley Field and the United Center shape traffic and transit near many apartments on event days. Major job sectors include finance, health care, logistics, tech, and corporate offices in the Loop, West Loop, and Illinois Medical District.Average Rent Trends in Chicago, IL
Rent in Chicago, IL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jul 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $1,999 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,975 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,974 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,950 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,900 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,950 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,000 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,027 |
| Jun 2026 | $2,078 |
| Jul 2026 | $2,080 |
| Aug 2026 | $2,025 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
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| All home types | $1,900 | $2,050 | $2,400 | $2,650 | $2,000 |
| Townhomes | $2,395 | $2,450 | $2,950 | $3,950 | $2,500 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,925 | $2,000 | $2,350 | $2,600 | $2,090 |
| Houses | $1,500 | $1,890 | $2,500 | $2,650 | $2,556 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Chicago, IL
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Chicago, IL?The average rent of an apartment in Chicago, IL is $1,865 per month. This is about 5% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Chicago, IL?In the last year, the average rent in Chicago, IL was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,861 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Chicago, IL?In the last year, the average rent in Chicago, IL was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $2,019 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Chicago, IL?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Chicago, IL is $1,900 per month. That is about $305 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Chicago, IL?There are 9,841 available rental listings in Chicago, IL.
- What colleges and universities are in Chicago, IL?Colleges and universities in Chicago, IL include: DePaul University, University of Illinois Chicago, University of Chicago, Loyola University Chicago, Illinois Institute of Technology.
- What are some neighborhoods in Chicago, IL?Some neighborhoods in Chicago, IL include: Lake View, West Ridge, Little Village, Logan Square, Lincoln Park.
- What are some zip codes in Chicago, IL?
- What are some cities near Chicago, IL?Some nearby cities include: Cicero, Stickney, Berwyn, Forestview, Oak Park. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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