Chicago, Illinois, is notorious for its bold architecture, its skyline accented with skyscrapers, and its spectacular attractions. Get to visit world-class museums, dine in their Michelin-star restaurants, explore enormous shopping malls or even catch a show in one of their many theaters. Chicago, one of the largest cities in the United States of America, takes pride in their day-trip tours and their nightlife. You’ll surely have something (read: a lot) of things to do from dusk ‘til dawn. If you find yourself looking for a place to stay, here are some of the quality private accommodations and vacation rentals you could stay in for a week. Keep reading to learn about the top places where to rent a house for a week in Chicago, Illinois.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and week-long stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Rustic rental in a historic building (from USD 110)
This accommodation in a historic building features rustic yet spacious interiors. The living area has cozy and comfortable seating, and you can stay entertained with a television, Sonos speakers, and reading material. There’s also a pool table here for added fun.
Guests can access the kitchen equipped with modern appliances, including a convection oven and a Keurig coffee maker. Other family-friendly features, such as a travel crib, children’s tableware, and toys, make this the perfect weekly rental in Chicago. The host even graciously offers a discount if guests book this apartment for a full seven nights.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
8.1 km (5.1 mi) from Union ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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we appreciated that all the plug sockets had usb ports in themCleanliness:
the place was clean and as advertisedthe place was also impeccably cleanthe house was clean and in great conditionthe room and bathroom (and downstairs) are clean and quietother than that i recommend it for its cleanliness good communication and locationHost:
tim was a great hosttim was professional and kindtim and barbara are great hoststhe hosts are very nice and attentivetim is very helpful and great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectthe location is greathighly recommend tim and this location to othersthe location is in a very nice neighborhood a mile from wrigley fieldperfect location and beautiful garden for visitors to use while staying with them
2. Pet-friendly rental (from USD 82)
This two-bedroom house for rent in Chicago is the perfect pet-friendly accommodation for families bringing their furry friends. The unit has been equipped with window and table-corner guards to protect young guests and is accessible to people with disabilities. Furthermore, there’s central air conditioning and heating to ensure maximum comfort for guests. The kitchen is also well stocked with basic amenities if guests wish to enjoy a home-cooked meal.
Travelers will appreciate the private patio and fully fenced yard where guests can relax by the firepit or enjoy cookouts on the grill.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
27.26 km (17.0 mi) from Union ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 5
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we stayed overnight and had a super comfortable experiencenice basic apartment very comfortableCleanliness:
richard has excellent communication and the place was very clean and in a very convenient locationvery nice neighborhood everything was clean except the bath tubthe place was cleanthe house was sparkling cleanperfect economical and cleanHost:
richard was a wonderful hostunbelievably friendly and accommodating hosthe was a very excellent hostrichard was a great hostthe host was more than happy to offer his help with navigation or suggestions for restaurantsRead more reviewsLocation:
best location in this pricesafe neighborhood and close to a parkcute little place in a lovely neighborhoodgreat location and even better valuenice neighborhood close to the trainMonthly discount: 35% off
3. Chic guest suite (from USD 75)
This cozy guest suite has thoughtful and tasteful interiors. The living room has ample seating so that guests can relax and watch some television. Meanwhile, the dedicated workspace and complimentary Wi-Fi are ideal for guests who need to get some work done while on vacation.
There’s a beautiful garden teeming with blooming flowers that guests can enjoy from the common patio. To stay fit during your stay, walk to nearby attractions or use the exercise equipment, including free weights, provided by the host.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
9.43 km (5.9 mi) from Union ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 5
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beans and bagels has amazing cold brew coffee and breakfast sandwiches around the cornerthe bed is amazingly comfortable and my daughter loved the book nook and sleeping on the futonthis was a fantastic place to stay kathleen was extremely helpful and the flat was very comfortablewe had a great experience during our stay in kathleen apartmentvery nice spot to stay in chicago: steps from the train clean cozy well equipped with a lovely patioCleanliness:
clean and cozyvery clean and well appointedsuper clean and also cozykathleen has a clean and comfy placesuper friendly easy clean convenientHost:
she is friendly and kindshe is also very helpful with directions and tipskathleen was a wonderful hostkathleen was a great hostkathleen was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location very close to the stationthe location is greatthe location is greatand the overall location was greatneighborhood is wonderful and great location
4. Cozy garden accommodation (from USD 92)
Discover a charming garden apartment for rent on one of Chicago’s historic streets. The cozy interior exudes warmth and comfort, offering an ideal escape from the bustling city. Entertainment options here include a 55-inch (139.70-centimeter) HDTV with Disney+ and Roku as well as a selection of books for your leisure.
Perfect for families, this space is equipped with thoughtful amenities, including a travel cot, children’s books and toys, and even dedicated tableware for little ones. The well-equipped kitchen invites you to create your own meals, while the backyard is an oasis with a playset for kids.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
724 meters (0.5 ft) from Union ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 3
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my friend slept out in the living room on the futon/couch and she felt fine toothere was also a good amount of kitchen supplies if i wanted to cook anythingthere were lots of little extras in the apartment that would be perfect for a little oneotherwise we had everything we needed (except qtips so pack your own ) and the place was very comfortablethe temperature through our stay averaged in the 80’s but the apartment stayed cool enoughCleanliness:
clean comfortable and cool buildingeverything was clean and the hosts had great communicationclean apartment with everything you would need for a short or long stay in chicagothe apartment was clean & much bigger than the picturesthe apartment was lovely really clean and well stocked with toiletries and in a great locationHost:
the host met us outside and was very friendly and accommodatingmarcos was a great host and he allowed us to drop off our luggage before check-in timebed was comfortable as well and the hosts were super nice and helpfulamanda and marcos were welcoming hostsamanda and marcos were brilliant hosts who were accommodating with a later check-in after our flight was delayedRead more reviewsLocation:
a cute cozy placea safe neighborhood within walking distance to restaurants and parksgreat place great price and awesome locationgreat location great price in a gorgeous neighborhood with a parking spotgreat location very beautiful and quiet
5. Your second home in Northwest Chicago
Located in a wonderful neighborhood in Northwest Chicago, this entire house offers you brand-new fixtures, including a queen-sized bed, flat-screen cable television, sofas, laundry, fridge, and free street parking. The house can accommodate up to two guests and it has one bedroom, one bathroom, and a common area. The area is within walking distance of the supermarket and restaurants. The train, Pace buses, and Metro are also accessible from every direction. The unit has available Wi-Fi and Netflix for the guests’ use.
Elmwood Park, Illinois, United States
12.63 km (7.9 mi) from Union ParkAccommodates: 3
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comfortable place i found the couch more comfortable for sleeping than the bedi saw a space heater down there for chillier nights which is also very thoughtfulthe space was quite and private i truly felt like it was a private apartmentthe bed was extremely comfortablebed: it's seen better daysCleanliness:
gerardo's place is clean and comfortableit is always clean and comfortablegerardo’s place is very clean cozy and warmgerardo's place was amazing very clean and cozybesides that everything was clean and as shown in the pictureHost:
gerardo is a great hostsuch a great hostgreat host and great private placegreat host too he is more than willing to helpgerardo is an outstanding hostRead more reviewsLocation:
really well located to public transport and a supermarket close byvery comfortable place and close to many restaurants and storesgreat places to eat close by and shoppingthe area is in a good location walking distance to the metragerardo is awesome small commute to downtown but close to public transportation
6. The William on Shakespeare
Sporting a farmhouse and rustic decant with a fire pit out back, this apartment offers guests comfy beds, spacious rooms, and a lovely landscaped backyard. The hosts are willing to stock up groceries or toiletries if you request ahead of time, with no upcharge. The entire apartment is accessible for the guests’ use. A fully furnished kitchen, shared common space, two bedrooms having queen-sized beds in each room, private bathroom, laundry room, and gated parking spaces for two guest vehicles are available. The unit can accommodate up to four guests. Wi-Fi is also available during the guests’ stay.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
5.63 km (3.5 mi) from Union Park
7. A spacious house in Wrigley Field
This smoke-free house can definitely accommodate large families and groups of friends. It is also no stranger to hosting small parties and get-togethers. This northside home has four rooms with eight beds, a spacious common room, three bathrooms, a laundry area, a fully furnished kitchen, dining space, and a large backyard with a security fence. The house has two driveway parking spaces and free parking on street for the guests’ use. Wi-Fi and cable television are available during your stay. It is necessary to note that this house is currently for sale. Realtors may step in to show the property during the guests’ stay. Showings are kept to a maximum of 30 mins to minimize inconvenience.
North Park, Chicago, Illinois, United States
11.97 km (7.5 mi) from Union Park
8. Modern two-bedroom apartment
The apartment is within the vicinity of South Loop, McCormick Center, the Field Museum, Roosevelt Subway Station, Millennial Park Waffles, and many more attractions that guests will surely enjoy. The entire apartment is beautiful, having sleek granite countertops, polished flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, in-unit washers and dryers, and a phenomenal view of the city. Two bedrooms with four beds, two bathrooms, a common space, and a furnished kitchenette are available in the unit. Wi-Fi and cable television are accessible throughout the guests’ stay. The unit can spaciously accommodate up to five guests. The apartment also provides the convenience of a fitness center, on-site dry cleaning, a sky garden with a fire pit and barbecue grills, a dog run, a private resident park, and a wireless internet lounge. This is definitely perfect for any traveler’s getaway.
South Loop/Printers Row, Chicago, Illinois, United States
3.89 km (2.5 mi) from Union Park
9. Your home away from home
This listing can house up to eight guests in their cozy living quarters. Three bedrooms with one double or queen-size bed in every room, one bathroom, a fully-furnished spacious kitchen, and a dining area are available for the guests’ access. Free parking, Wi-Fi and cable television (perfect for Netflix) are also available. The entire house is only a short walk to the CTA Brown Line Station and DePaul University. The area also offers a great variety of both restaurants and bars, definitely the one for your group getaway.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
3.51 km (2.2 mi) from Union Park
10. Cozy by the Fire in Lincoln Park
This vintage condo is steps away from some of the best restaurants in the city, a movie theater, shopping, Trader Joe’s, and many more attractions, all within reach. It is no more than a five-minute walk from the beach and zoo, and a ten-minute walk to the train (Diversey Brown/Purple). Downtown Chicago is around 30 minutes away from the unit. The whole apartment is available for the guests’ use. There are three bedrooms with a total of four beds, one bathroom, a fully furnished kitchen, and a common space for the guests. An indoor fireplace and washer are also made available. For the guests’ convenience, there is Wi-Fi and cable television for their use. Parking space can be reserved for USD 20 a night. This condo is perfect for groups or couples traveling together. The entire unit can comfortably house up to six guests.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
5.14 km (3.2 mi) from Union Park
11. Your budget-friendly and cozy room in Chicago
This private, comfortable, and cozy room is no more than a short trip from Downtown Chicago. The room has a queen-sized bed, a standard closet, and a desk space for laptop use. The guest has access to shared spaces like the living room, dining room, kitchen, and porch. The host also offers free Wi-Fi and cable television for the guests’ convenience. The budget-friendly room allows accommodations for up to two guests, perfect for all those travelers who simply want to reap the benefits of the Chicago life.
Cicero, Illinois, United States
9.65 km (6.0 mi) from Union Park
12. The studio in the heart of Millennial Park
Perfect for couples, lone adventurers, and business travelers. Suitable for any stay where guests will surely appreciate having attractions within walking distance. Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago, State Street Shopping, Magnificent Mile are all within the vicinity of the studio. This studio allows up to two guests during the stay. It has a queen-size bed, one bathroom, a fully furnished kitchenette, and a dining area. The area provides ethernet connection and Wi-Fi throughout the guests’ stay. The entire studio is accessible for the guests’ convenience.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
3.28 km (2.1 mi) from Union ParkTop guest reviews
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the wifi was also very good and fastnice studio apartment with lots of amenities for a short- or long-term staygreat amenities for the kitchen area and a very comfortable bedlike the other reviews it’s a lot smaller than the pictures portray and the a/c is fairly loudwe had a great stay in chicago and feel very lucky to have found this awesome studio apartmentCleanliness:
clean and stylish apartmentnice clean compact studio apartment roomclean great value amazingthe place was cleanthe place was extra clean and the bed very comfortableHost:
luis is an awesome host he is accommodating and very quick to respondabout the host luis: although we didn't meet with him i think he makes a great hostthe bean is like 5 minutes away the bed was very comfy and the front desk was friendlyaccessing the building was easy and the staff was friendlyluis responded asap whenever i sent him a message and he was also very helpful with his answersRead more reviewsLocation:
the best location just a block away from millennium parkthe location is excellentthe location is amazingthe location is great and very central/walkablenice location with close proximity to many theaters
13. Your private space, close to downtown Chicago
The building is homey and quiet, perfect for any conventional traveler. Located only one block away from Austin Green Line Train Station, nowhere is too far from where you are. Guests are given the top floor third floor for their private use. There is one bedroom, fully furnished kitchen, dining room, and two bathrooms. Wi-Fi and cable television are available for the guests’ convenience. The unit is able to accommodate two guests. The owner lives within the same building and is directly accessible through email or text throughout the guests’ stay.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
8.92 km (5.6 mi) from Union ParkAccommodates: 2
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i was pleasantly surprised at the amount of space in the apartmentthe air conditioning was wonderful as our stay was during one of the hottest weekends of yearshe had a smart tv in the bedroom and new appliances in the kitchenthe ac worked perfectly fine as well as the tv stove microwave everything you needno wifi was a bummer but luckily there was a starbucks just down the road for work needsCleanliness:
very clean and spacious apartmentthe apartment was very clean and stylishthis is a very clean and quiet placethe apartment was cleaned nice spaciousthe place is really clean it smells goodHost:
she was very helpful friendly and responding to all of my questions really quicklyalba is a great hosthost is extremely responsive and helpfulalba was a very accommodating and gracious hosthe was nice and friendly and apologeticRead more reviewsLocation:
great location right around the corner from the blue linea very quiet neighborhood within easy walking distance of the austin stationit is also very close to the train station so easy access to the cityeasy check-in and walking distance from the green line station that takes you right into the cityshe has a beautiful apartment located right near public transportation very close to the city
14. A quaint lakefront garden condo in North Kenwood
Located in the Oakland community in Chicago, this quaint condo has the perfect view of Lake Michigan. The location offers ease of access to the beach and lakefront bike and running paths. It is around five to seven minutes away from downtown Chicago. This area is close to the Museum Campus, McCormick Place Convention Center, Hyde Park, University of Chicago campus, and Museum of Science and Industry. The condo allows up to two guests. It offers privacy and the comforts of a single queen-sized bed, a modern kitchen, a washer and dryer combo. Wi-Fi, cable television, and free parking are available for the guests’ convenience.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
8.82 km (5.5 mi) from Union ParkAccommodates: 2
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kay’s place was great the perfect size and great amenities for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
super clean and comfortablevery cleanthe condo was very clean and cozyextremely clean and very stylishvery nice place clean and welcomingHost:
the host is responsive and friendlykay was a great host who responded quicklykay was an amazing hostkay was very responsive to any questions we hadkay is an amazing host who was quick to respond and answer any questions we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatgood neighborhood very close to lakekay’s place was in a great location super close to downtown and not too far from the airportnice location a little bit out of the city but close enough to easily get to downtownalso super close to downtown chicago
Chicago is the place to be on your next vacation
Welcome the chance to travel and explore a variety of attractions in Chicago. With nature sites, historical museums, and modern shopping districts, this city has plenty to offer. You can even venture out for some amazing day trips near the Windy City. So, if you’re spending the summer in Chicago and looking for apartment rentals, look through these private accommodations that will surely make your stay unforgettable.
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