Rentals in Chicago, IL
Rent in Chicago: the short answer
The median rent in Chicago, IL is currently $1,200 per month, based on 18 active Rentdigi listings as of Oct 2026. That median is the middle listing, not an average of asking prices, and it changes when landlords update a live listing. A studio currently lists at $1,380 per month, about 4% higher than a year earlier. A 1-bedroom currently lists at $1,380 per month. A 2-bedroom currently lists at $1,551 per month. The fair-price band for a 3-bedroom, the 25th to 75th percentile of those rents, runs from $900 to $1,850 USD. A rent inside that band is typical for the city right now, and a rent well above it is worth questioning before you sign. These figures come from active Rentdigi listings. A cell that uses a public reference is labelled with that source. Amounts are monthly USD. Compare a home with this median, then read the listings on this page.
Explore 18 verified rental homes in Chicago, IL, where the median rent is $1200/mo. Featuring Apartment, House — every listing on Rentdigi has real photos, honest pricing, and direct landlord contact.
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Updated Oct 2026
Median rent
$1,200 /mo
0-bed median
$1,380 /mo
1-bed median
$1,380 /mo
Popular searches in Chicago
Homes for rent in Chicago
Showing 1–18 of 18 homes
Apartment16$900 USD/mo
Apartment for lease — 8506 S Euclid Ave
Chicago, IL
3 bed2 bath1,780 sqftParkingPet FriendlyCentral ACView details$900
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House6$1,850 USD/mo
Beautiful private house with spacious back deck — 1635 North Wolcott Avenue
Chicago, IL
3 bed1 bathParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+1 moreView details$1,850
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Apartment14$2,100 USD/mo
Stunning New-construction 3-bedroom Home for Rent — 60653
Chicago, IL
3 bed2 bath1,350 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+2 moreView details$2,100
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Apartment8$1,200 USD/mo
607 N Central Ave #1
Chicago, IL
3 bed2 bathParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+3 moreView details$1,200
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House9$800 USD/mo
3-bedroom, 2-bath brick two-story — 6435 South Artesian Avenue
Chicago, IL
3 bed2 bath972 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+3 moreView details$800
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House8$700 USD/mo
Amazing One Bedroom in Wrigleyville — 3907 North Ashland Avenue
Chicago, IL
1 bed1 bath800 sqftGymPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+5 moreView details$700
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House7$900 USD/mo
Amazing Opportunity to Live in Downtown
Chicago, IL
2 bed1.5 bath1,467 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+3 moreView details$900
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House11$1,500 USD/mo
3 Bed 2 Bath House — 6016 N Austin Ave, Chicago
Chicago, IL
3 bed2 bath1,356 sqftParkingPet FriendlyFurnished+2 moreView details$1,500
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Apartment9$2,371 USD/mo
Luxury Boutique Apartments In The West Loop Of Chicago — 180 N Jefferson St
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingGymPet Friendly+5 moreView details$2,371
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Apartment10$1,450 USD/mo
Near Loyola University — 6830 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+3 moreView details$1,450
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Apartment15$5,820 USD/mo
Mid-rise along Sheridan Rd located just steps away from Thorndale Red — 5820 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+3 moreView details$5,820
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Apartment14$1,242 USD/mo
Dakin Court boasts renovated units with hardwood floors and modern — 910 West Dakin Street
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingGymPet Friendly+3 moreView details$1,242
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Apartment9$1,300 USD/mo
Newly remodeled units! Featuring band new kitchens — 6705 North California
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+2 moreView details$1,300
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Apartment6$1,445 USD/mo
Nestled in the East Lake View this bright apartment features an open
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+2 moreView details$1,445
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Apartment9$1,775 USD/mo
Renovated Studio apartment features hardwood floors — 724 West Roscoe Street
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+2 moreView details$1,775
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Apartment6$1,415 USD/mo
Studio apartment features hardwood floors — 516 West Cornelia Avenue
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingPet FriendlyIn-suite Laundry+2 moreView details$1,415
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Apartment22$1,484 USD/mo
Luxury Studio Apartment in Buena Park
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingGymPet Friendly+4 moreView details$1,484
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Apartment27$1,695 USD/mo
Modern 1 Bed Apartment in Edgewater — 5440 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL
Studio1 bath600 sqftParkingIn-suite LaundryFurnished+1 moreView details$1,695
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Chicago?
The median rent in Chicago, IL is currently $1200/mo, based on active Rentdigi listings.
What's the median rent for a studio in Chicago?
The median studio rent in Chicago is $1,380 USD.
What's the median rent for a 1-bedroom in Chicago?
The median 1-bedroom rent in Chicago is $1,380 USD.
What's the median rent for a 2-bedroom in Chicago?
The median 2-bedroom rent in Chicago is $1,551 USD.
What's a fair price range for rent in Chicago?
Most current asking rents in Chicago fall between $900 USD and $1,850 USD — the 25th to 75th percentile on Rentdigi.
How many rentals are available in Chicago?
There are 18 verified rental homes available in Chicago, IL on Rentdigi right now.
How does Rentdigi verify Chicago listings?
Every Chicago listing and landlord is identity-checked before it goes live, so you can inquire with confidence.
How do I rent a home in Chicago?
Search verified Chicago rentals, message the landlord directly, then screen and sign your lease through Rentdigi.
Can I list my Chicago rental for free?
Yes — landlords list their first properties free. Post your Chicago rental and start getting inquiries at no cost.
How do I contact a landlord on Rentdigi?
Every Rentdigi listing connects you directly with the landlord — no middlemen. Open a home and send an inquiry to start the conversation.