Chicago Apartment News and Advice
New Chicago Apartment Buildings to Watch in 2022
New and exciting rental apartments to call home are helping Chicago apartment renters break out of a stale rental situation, with everything from large-scale apartment buildings that are proper...
Here Are the Top Performing Listings on Domu this Week
What's happening with the apartment rental market in Chicago this week? A quick glance at some of the top performing listings on Domu may provide an added level of insight into what's motivating renters who are looking for a new place to call home right now.
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Apartments with the Best Views in Chicago
Here are our picks for apartments that offer the best views in Chicago. With so many iconic pieces of architecture in Chicago and the gorgeous lakefront that runs the length of the city, the list actually spans a pretty wide geographic area. Some of the best rooftop views in Chicago might come...
Chicago Tenants Behind on Rent? An Illinois Rental Assistance Program May Help in 2021
Illinois renters who need financial assistance may see relief from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) as it reopens a statewide rental payment assistance program on Monday, December 6, according to a press release from the IDHA. The Illinois Rental Payment Program (ILRPP) has set...
Why Now Is the Best Time to Look at Apartment Deals in Chicago
Autumn has arrived in Chicago but that doesn't mean apartment deals in Chicago are cooling off any time soon. Right now, savvy renters who are in the midst of their apartment search can still find some of the best deals in town, like deals as good as up to 3 months of free rent. This curated ...
How Renters Can Negotiate Payment Plans with Apartment Landlords
Following the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic, economic fluctuations directly impacted many renters' household incomes. As a result, more renters than ever before were looking to negotiate rent payment plans with landlords. It would be fair to say that landlords recognized that having a little...
Places to Live Rent Free Until 2022 in Chicago
There are more reasons than ever to appreciate the savings on display at these Chicago apartments because they are giving renters great deals to close out the year. These apartments are offering renters the chance to live rent free for up to 3 months! Now that's a year-end bonus any renter would...
The Best Ways for Renters to Confirm a Landlord's Identity
After browsing a selection of the best apartments for rent right now, there it is: a place with the correct number of bedrooms, located in a desirable neighborhood, and it's within budget. It's the perfect apartment!...
Top 5 Cold Weather Prep Tips for Apartment Landlords
The familiar refrain in Chicago is that the summer months are so enjoyable because residents need to suffer through the winter in order to get there. But winter in Chicago doesn’t need to feel as miserable as the forecast sometimes suggests. Functioning heating and cooling systems, then, are an...
Chicago Studios for Rent Under $1,000
Studio apartments can be the right fit for renters who are willing to forego added square footage for other conveniences, such as reduced commute times, great locations in happening neighborhoods, and buildings with plenty of amenities. Oh, and that goes without mentioning the financial savings...