What does rent look like in Chicago?

Listings in Chicago currently range from $601–$1358/mo. Shared rooms $600–$900/mo — much more affordable than coastal cities. Rogers Park, Edgewater, and Hyde Park for students on a budget.

How do I find a roommate in Chicago?

17 people are currently looking for roommates in Chicago. Diverse international community, especially on the north side. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.

What's available in Chicago right now?

22 listings: 21 private rooms, 1 shared room. New places are added daily.

What's the international community like in Chicago?

Diverse international community, especially on the north side. HomiesAbroad lists rooms and roommate requests from people in the same situation — browse or post what you need.

When should I start looking for housing in Chicago?

Start looking 2–3 months before your semester starts. Popular areas fill up by May for August move-in and by October for January. Pick housing near an L train stop — Chicago winters make long walks tough.

Can I find housing in Chicago before I arrive?

Yes — most international students in Chicago secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms in Chicago are posted. Everything is free.

Roommates & housing in Chicago for students & professionals abroad

Rooms, apartments, roommates, and shared housing for students and professionals in Chicago. Browse free listings and curated posts from local housing groups. Get emailed when new listings in Chicago fit. Find a flatmate or shared apartment — completely free.

Rent range$601–$1358/moRoom typesPrivate (21)Shared (1)

Chicago

$939/mo

Single room

Private room in 2BR Newark apartment

Downtown Newark

Available from Oct 2026Posted 1mo ago

Sophia Garcia

Replies to 85% · within 3h

Private room in Downtown Berkeley apartment

$1,276/mo

Single room

Private room in Downtown Berkeley apartment

Downtown Berkeley

Available from Sep 2026Posted 2mo ago

Robert Davis

Replies to 74% · within 2h

$601/mo

Single room

Bedroom in Clayton

Clayton

Posted 2mo ago

Daniel Miller

Replies to 88% · within 4h

Private room in Hyde Park apartment near U of C

$941/mo

Single room

Private room in Hyde Park apartment near U of C

Hyde Park

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Meera Reddy

Replies to 76% · within 1h

$881/mo

Single room

Private room in College Park apartment

Adelphi

Available from Aug 2026Posted 2mo ago

Wei Zhang

Replies to 73% · within 2h

$1,227/mo

Single room

Cozy room in Brooklyn

Williamsburg

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Lily Mehta

Replies to 68% · within 3h

Private room in 3BR Charles Village house

$703/mo

Single room

Private room in 3BR Charles Village house

Charles Village

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Daniel Martinez

Replies to 82% · within 1h

$689/mo

Single room

Room for rent near CSU

Old Town

Available from Sep 2026Posted 2mo ago

Jason Lee

Replies to 76% · within 3h

$870/mo

Single room

Modern apartment near campus

Downtown Eugene

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Avery Wang

Replies to 83% · within 2h

$1,303/mo

Single room

Large private room in Stony Brook

Stony Brook Village

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Rajiv Mehta

Replies to 84% · within 43m

$1,358/mo

Single room

Private room in Irvine near campus

Irvine Spectrum

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Taylor Smith

Replies to 65% · within 2h

$936/mo

Shared room

Cozy East Village studio

East Village

Posted 2mo ago

Sarah Garcia

Replies to 67% · within 3h

Frequently asked questions

What does rent look like in Chicago?: Listings in Chicago currently range from $601–$1358/mo. Shared rooms $600–$900/mo — much more affordable than coastal cities. Rogers Park, Edgewater, and Hyde Park for students on a budget.
What's public transit like in Chicago?: CTA L train and bus system covers the city well.
How do I find a roommate in Chicago?: 17 people are currently looking for roommates in Chicago. Diverse international community, especially on the north side. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
What's available in Chicago right now?: 22 listings: 21 private rooms, 1 shared room. New places are added daily.
What's the international community like in Chicago?: Diverse international community, especially on the north side. HomiesAbroad lists rooms and roommate requests from people in the same situation — browse or post what you need.
When should I start looking for housing in Chicago?: Start looking 2–3 months before your semester starts. Popular areas fill up by May for August move-in and by October for January. Pick housing near an L train stop — Chicago winters make long walks tough.
Can I find housing in Chicago before I arrive?: Yes — most international students in Chicago secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms in Chicago are posted. Everything is free.

How to find roommates & housing in Chicago

Rogers Park, Edgewater, and Hyde Park for students on a budget. CTA L train and bus system covers the city well. Pick housing near an L train stop — Chicago winters make long walks tough. US leases typically run 12 months with a security deposit. Never send money before a video tour and a signed lease.

Finding a roommate in Chicago is one of the easiest ways to lower costs and settle in faster. Share your housing preferences and budget on HomiesAbroad, and connect with other people relocating to Chicago. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.