Newberry Library Housing List for Fellows

These listings give the descriptions provided to us by the hotel or apartment in question. Please call to confirm that rates are current. Fellows have stayed without problems at all these locations. While they of course vary in price, size, and amenities, you can expect that all will be clean, pleasant, provide good service, and all are located in safe areas. Feel free to contact Diane Dillon 312-255-3662 or dillond@newberry.org, if you would like further information. While I cannot visit apartments or negotiate with hotels or landlords for you, I would be happy to talk to you about housing options. Foreign fellows are sometimes asked by landlords for a letter from the Newberry stating that they are here on fellowship; I am happy to provide such letters on request.

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Hotels

While we have negotiated lower rates with most of the hotels on this list (tell them that you're with the Newberry when you call), we recommend that you also check discount web hotel brokers like expedia.com, orbitz.com, travelocity.com, and hotwire.com. Their discounts will be greater in many cases than our negotiated rates, though availability may be limited.

 

Moderate Rate Hotels


Club Quarters
75 East Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 357-6400
http://www.clubquarters.com/MemberHome.aspx



 

The Newberry is a member of Club Quarters, a private hotel which offers reasonably priced accommodations in a convenient downtown location with corporate style (a 20 minute walk, 8 minute bus ride, or 5 minute cab ride from the Newberry.) Newberry member rates for Club size rooms are $99/night, Standard $114/night, with special weekend and 30 day rates and suite upgrades. Chicago season rates are applicable from March 29 through November 14 ($114/night for a Club; $129/night for a Standard).

You may book a room by telephoning their central member services office at (212) 575-0006 or calling the local hotel at (312) 357-6400. When the reservation clerk asks for the name of your company, just say "Newberry Library." You'll need to give them your credit card number to make the reservation. You can also book online at www.clubquarters.com, using the password "Newberry."

Hotel Indigo
1244 North Dearborn Parkway
Chicago, IL 60610
(800) 2INDIGO
www.hotelindigo.com

This is a new hotel, part of the InterContinental hotel group. It has a unique look (bright primary colors and wood floors-one Newberrian who visited described it as Ikea crossed with Pottery Barn) and standard amenities. Approximately within 8-10 minutes walking distance directly north of the Library (located at the former Claridge Hotel). The negotiated Newberry rate for a single room is $135/night (January 1-March 31, 2009), $165/night (April 1-September 2, 2009), and $195/night (September 3-December 4, 2009), $135 (December 5-December 31, 2009). Features include a fitness room, casual breakfast and dinner restaurant, videos available for check out, valet service, morning paper.  

River North Hotel (Best Western)
125 West Ohio Street
Chicago, IL 60610

 1-800-727-0800
www.rivernorthhotel.com

  

The River North is located at the corner of Ohio and LaSalle Streets, a fifteen minute walk from the Newberry. Carved out of old warehouses, the rooms are spacious and airy. The rate for a standard room (single or double occupancy) is $99/night (January-March, 2009), $119/night (April-November, 2009), $99/night (November-December, 2009), plus taxes. The hotel offers free parking and free wireless internet to guests; other amenities include an indoor pool, a small exercise room, and complimentary newspaper and American breakfast. When making reservations, please mention that you are with the Newberry Library. Not handicap accessible. 
Seneca Hotel
200 E Chestnut St
Chicago, I.L. 60611
Michael Foster:
(312) 988-4440
* approximate times
The Seneca is quaint European-style hotel conveniently located in the Newberry neighborhood, about six blocks east of the Newberry and a block from Michigan Avenue. Corporate Suites provide comfortable, quality furnishings, maid service, and feature fully equipped kitchnettes (including pots, pans, dishes and silverware). Rooms sizes range from studios, standard one bedrooms, to large one bedrooms. When making reservations, please indicate that you are calling from the Newberry Library. July- August $99/night for individual rooms; $129/night suites. September- November $139/night (suite rates vary). Call Michael Foster (312) 988-4440 for more information as special sesonal rates may be extended depending on availiability.
The Talbott Hotel
20 East Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
1800 TALBOTT - (800) 621 8506
 www.talbotthotel.com

Only 2 blocks away from Newberry Library. The Talbott Hotel is an intimate, European, boutique-style hotel featuring personalized service and spacious newly renovated guestrooms. Amenities include free wireless high speed internet connection in all rooms and complimentary access to a world-class health club. Located within walking distance to the best restaurants, shopping and nightlife. Handicap accessible. Rates per night are $159 (January-April 12th, 2009), $229 (April 13-December 4th, 2009), $159 December 5th-30th, 2009, plus taxes.   
The Tremont Hotel
100 E. Chestnut Street
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 751-1900
(800) 621-8133
http://www.tremonthotel.com/

A small, upscale hotel, the newly renovated Tremont is located about five blocks from the Newberry Library. A standard room ranges from $139.00-$499.00 per night, plus taxes, single or double occupancy. The Newberry's negotiated rate with the Tremont allows for guests to receive 10% off the best available rate at any time. Amenities include complimentary morning coffee and newspaper. Handicap accessible.
The Willows Hotel
55 W. Surf Street
Chicago, IL 60657
(800) 787-3108(773) 528-8400
Fax: (773) 528-8483
www.cityinns.com		 The lobby of this 1920s boutique hotel, designed in 19th-century French country style, opens onto a tree-lined street in Lakeview, a lively area three blocks from the lake and a 10-minute walk from the Lincoln Park Zoo. The Willows offers 51 rooms and 4 suites. Room service, in-room data ports, cable TV, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, concierge, some pets allowed (fee), complimentary Continental breakfast. AE, D, DC, MC, V. Parking is available at nearby facilities for $19.00 per 24 hour periods with in-and-out privileges. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please verify at time of reserving. Rates: summer season, $89-149; winter season $69-109. Call hotel direct and give code: NEWBERRY
Majestic Hotel
528 West Brompton
Chicago, IL 60657
(800) 727-5108
(773) 404-3499
Fax: (773) 404-3495
www.cityinns.com		 In cool weather, a welcoming fire burns in the Majestic's library-style lobby. Rooms are quaint and simple with Prairie-style furnishings; suites have kitchenettes. The staff is helpful and the reasonable price includes Continental breakfast. The Lakeview location puts you four blocks from Wrigley Field and close to the lakefront jogging path, restaurants, nightlife, and transportation downtown. 31 rooms, 21 suites. Room service, in-room data ports, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, concierge, meeting room. AE, D, DC, MC, V. Parking is available at nearby facilities for $19.00 per 24 hour period with in-and-out privileges. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please verify at time of reserving. Rates: summer season, $89-149; winter season $69-109. Call hotel direct and give code: NEWBERRY
City Suites Hotel
933 West Belmont
Chicago, IL 60657
(800) 248-9108
(773) 404-3400
Fax: (773) 404-3405
www.cityinns.com		 Two-thirds of this affordable, art deco hotel consists of suites, each of which has a separate sitting room, pull-out couch, and refrigerator. A free Continental breakfast, afternoon cookies, and a newspaper are available daily. The hotel is on a heavily trafficked street in the Lakeview neighborhood, so if noise is a concern request a room on the east side of the building. 16 rooms, 29 suites. Room service, in-room data ports, microwaves (some), refrigerators (some), cable TV, in-room VCRs (some), hair salon, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, concierge, free parking, parking (fee), complimentary Continental breakfast. AE, D, DC, MC, V. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please verify at time of reserving. Rates: summer season, $89-149; winter season $69-109. Call hotel direct and give code: NEWBERRY

The Fairfield Inn and Suites
216 E. Ontario Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Contact: Lucy Subhasiriwatana
lucy@fhginc.com
tel: 312-596-9056
fax: 312-787-8714
www.fairfieldsuiteschicago.com

Located one block from Michigan Avenue, this hotel is approximately a twenty minute walk from the Newberry. The rate for a standard room (single or double occupancy) is $129.00 per night (January-March 2008), $179/night (April-November 2008), and $129/night (December 2008). When making reservations, please mention you are with the Newberry Library.
Moderate-Expensive Hotels
The Gold Coast Guest House
113 West Elm Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 337-0361
www.bbchicago.com		 This elegant bed and breakfast has four guest rooms, all with private baths, and a spacious garden area for eating breakfast or sitting casually to read a book and relax. Three blocks north of the Newberry, it is located near a grocery store and several good restaurants. The nightly rate varies depending on the season, but ranges from $119/night to $229/night, plus taxes. Please mention that you are with the Newberry Library for a reduced rate. Fully furnished apartments may be available for longer stays (3 months- 1 year) and the rates start at $1150/month. Not handicap accessible.

The James Hotel

616 North Rush Street
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 337-1000
Fax (312) 337-7217
http://www.jameshotels.com/		 Close to Navy Pier and a half-block from Michigan Avenue, the James Suites Hotel is a fifteen-minute walk from the Newberry and convenient to public transportation. There is free wireless and internet connectivity in each room, king size beds, pillow-top mattresses, coffee maker, nice linens, modern furnishings that are still comfortable, a gym, a restaurant, and a bar.
Park Hyatt-Chicago
800 North Michigan
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 335-1234
www.parkchicago.hyatt.com		 The Park Hyatt is an upscale hotel four blocks from the library on the corner of Chicago and Michigan Avenues. Amenities include 24-hour health club and pool, restaurants, clothing press, and courtesy car (on request). The rooms are state-of-the-art, with window seats, DVD players with complimentary movie selections, stereos, high-speed internet, etc. With the Newberry Rate, rooms run $295-$335 per night.
The Raphael Hotel
201 East Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 943-5000
Fax (312) 943-9483		 Surrounded by towering glass structures of downtown Chicago, tucked away in a quiet corner of the historic Gold Coast, is the Raphael Hotel. A quaint little hotel with old world charm, European amenities and a moderate price. Different from a large hotel with its conventions and crowds, The Raphael puts you in the center of the excitement, the arts, shopping, the museums and galleries that are Chicago. It is less than five minutes walk to financial district and exclusive Magnificent Mile/Michigan Avenue. Minutes away from Navy Pier and McCormick Place. Call for prices and availability. Handicap accessible.
Sofitel
20 East Chestnut
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 324-4000
Fax (312) 324-4026
www.sofitel.com		 New building designed by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier with views of Lake Michigan; five minutes from the Newberry. Non - smoking floors. Restaurant, bar and 24-hour room service. Business center. Fitness center. Current rates range from $189 to $429 per night for standard rooms and suites.
The Whitehall Hotel
105 E. Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 944-6300
Fax (312) 573-6250
thewhitehallhotel.com		 "One of the eight great small hotels of the world" according to Fortune magazine, the Whitehall offers single rooms and suites, with continental breakfast included. A five-minute walk from the Newberry, it features a fitness center, gourmet restaurant, and 24-hour room service. Call for current rates.
Hotels Offering Weekly/Monthly Rates. Also see the sublet section for more weekly / monthly options.
DeWitt Place Apartments
900 North Dewitt Place
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 642-7020
www.rent.net/ads/dewitt		 Located at 900 N. Dewitt Place (the corner of DeWitt and Delaware). All apartments are furnished with a double or queen bed, loveseat, and small kitchen table with chairs. Apartments include 2 sets of bed and bath linens, basic kitchenware, small TV, phone and answering machine (local calls are free), microwave, coffeemaker, and a window air conditioner. There are coin-operated laundry machines on the premises. Housekeeping is available at $45/visit. Management lives on-site. Approximate Rates: Junior Studios $975 - $1050, Standard Studios $1195 - $1450. Rates vary per unit and view (city v. lake) and require a 30-day stay. You will need to fill out an application. Reservations require a $500 deposit; credit cards are not accepted. Contact: 312-642-7020.
Equity Corporate Housing,Cobbler Square
1350 North Wells
Chicago, IL 60610
(800) 575-4050
www.equitycorporatehousing.com		 This is a fully stocked short-term residence option. A short walk from the library, these apartments are completely furnished and the monthly rate includes cable and phone service. Studio, one and two bedroom available at $83-$119/day. One month minimum, prices prorated for longer stays. Fitness center, sundeck, whirlpool, doorman, Laundry, parking. Contact cfritsch@eqrworld.com for information and booking.
Flemish House of Chicago
68 East Cedar Street
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 664-9981
www.innchicago.com		 Flemish House of Chicago offers serviced apartments with stocked kitchens three blocks from the Newberry. These newly renovated, furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments are in an 1890s greystone row house. They are available for short-term stays (two-night minimum mid-week; three-night minimum weekends) or by the week or month (monthly rentals vary seasonally and are typically not available May through December). Call for current rates.
Just Passing Through
Chicago, IL
(312) 501-3310
Fax (866) 365-1998
www.justpassingthrough.com		 Just Passing Through offers short-term apartment-style accommodations for periods ranging from one week to several months at two locations near the Newberry. Includes cable television, kitchen with full size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffeemaker, some units have dishwashers. Building amenities: internet, on-site laundry, bike room, roof sun deck, exercise room at one location. Special rate for Newberry visitors. Call for reservations.
Oakwood Chicago River North
77 West Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 642-7477
www.oakwood.com		 A short bus ride from the Library, Oakwood offers stylish and spacious studio, one, and two bedroom. Building amenities include gourmet kitchen, washer/dryer in most units, cable TV, controlled entry, 24-hour doorman, covered parking, dry cleaners, fitness center, rooftop sun deck, large indoor pool and sauna, and more. Dogs and cats under 30 pounds are welcome. Handicap accessible.

Mariott ExecuStay

http://www.execustay.com/apartments/Illinois/Chicago

Offers 30+ days temporary housing in fully furnished apartments with the quality backed by Marriott International. Locations throughout the Gold Coast and downtown Loop.

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Dormitories/Hostels

 

These are in the Loop, but are on the Red Line el, and thus an easy commute.

The J. Ira & Nicki Harris Family Hostel
24 East Congress Parkway
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 360-0300
Fax (312) 360-0313
www.hichicago.org		 Reservations and Rates: (Rates are subject to change) $30 plus local and state tax, per person, per night. Additional $3.00, per person, per night if you do not have a current Hostelling International membership. Special, low rate for reservations for 30 days or more: $25/night (no tax applies). Some semi/private rooms available (call well in advance), but most are dormitory-style. Rooms are large, clean and comfortable and range in size from 6 beds to 12 beds. Rooms are separated by gender, most with a shower and restroom in the room. Individual lockers are provided in each room. Please bring your own lock for the lockers, or you can purchase a lock at the front desk. All guests receive bed linens, towel and pillow.
School of the Art Institute
162 North State
Chicago, IL 60603
Contact: Jamie Hetzel
(312) 629-6870
www.saic.edu/life/housing/index.html#summer 		The 162 North State Street Residences are located in the center of the Chicago Theatre District, in the heart of the Chicago Loop. Amenities in these double and single occupancy rooms include: private baths and kitchenettes equipped with a 2-burner stove, microwave and refrigerator, large windows, and views of the lake and the Loop. Residents are provided with an Ethernet connection, phone line with voicemail and cable TV connection. Two studio work spaces, an exercise room, computer lounge, television lounge, and two laundry facilities. They are set up right now to house summer interns and conference attendees, but are interested in filling the space. The current rates are $305 for a double room/person/week or $325 for a single room/person/week, though these rates will likely rise between 3-5 % for Summer 2008. They accommodate terms of only ten weeks or more. Availability is from May 21-August 18. Application available on-line.
University Center Chicago
(dormitory)
525 South State
Chicago, IL 60605
(877) 4-UCC-INFO
www.universitycenter.com		 During the summer months, University Center offers full-service overnight accommodations for groups, including use of the building's recreation area, fitness center, outdoor terrace and dining room. Guests have the added benefit of access to kitchen areas and laundry facilities. Apartment style units have fully-equipped kitchens with microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher and stove as well as a comfortable living and dining area. Suite-style units have access to common kitchenette and lounge areas located on each floor. Each unit includes an extra long twin bed, desk and chair, bookcase and closet with organizer for each guest. Amenities may include two sheets, pillow and pillowcase, blanket, towel, washcloth, soap and shampoo. Quad 4 Bedroom Apartment apartment-style unit with 4 private twin bedrooms, 2 baths$69 per bedroom, single occupancy, two-night minimum, Minimum occupancy requirements may apply.Quad Semi-Suite 2 rooms with 2 twin beds each, semi-private bath$53.50 per person, per room, double occupancy*$87.50 per room, single occupancy** Two-night minimum; price includes required meal plan.

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Apartment Buildings

 

While most apartment buildings ask for a one-year lease, they sometimes have sublets available; it's worth a call.

55 West Chestnut (Fewkes Tower)
Chicago, IL 60610

Building management:
Penny Beasley
312-664-6231
fewkes@draperandkramer.com

This apartment building is a modern medium-rise located just two blocks from the Newberry Library. Convertibles from $1141, One Bedrooms from $1202, and Two Bedrooms from $1590.

For more information, visit the Draper and Kramer apartment website: http://www.draperandkramer.com/gold_coast.php

1100 Dearborn Building
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 787-1000
www.1100dearborn.com		 Unfurnished studio and one bedroom apartments; the studio rate is $845.00-895.00 and the one bedroom rate is $1,215.00-1,295.00. Yearly leases. Cable and internet. Vintage Building. Amenities include laundry facilities, 24 hour door person, well kept building, great location, large closets, lake view, a few minutes' walk from the Newberry Library. Handicap accessible.
Canterbury Court Apartments
Manager: Joan Burke
1220 North State Parkway
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-4900
Fax (312) 944-4931
www.canterburycourtapartments.com 		The Canterbury Court Apartment building is located close to shopping, public transportation, entertainment, Lake Michigan, and the Newberry (5 min walk). All of Chicago's arts, music, architectural, and cultural attractions are nearby including, Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright's Charnley-Persky House (built in 1891) at 1365 North Astor Street. Canterbury Court Apartments is family owned and operated with dedication and pride for over 30 years. There is 24-hour Front Desk Service and Security. These affordable apartments are constantly being updated. They are well maintained by on site personnel, including the Manager and Engineer, and include a modern laundry facility and a bicycle storage area, both located on the lobby level. These wonderful vintage apartments are furnished and have carpeting, mini-blinds, complete kitchen, private bathroom, 10 foot high ceilings, and large walk-in closets. Canterbury Court Apartments has preferred rates and terms for Newberry Library Fellows or Scholars. Studios rent from $950 to $1100 and One Bedrooms are renting from $1500 to $2100. All utilities are included. There is a one month minimum length of stay. Summer rates may vary.
Dearborn Plaza
1030 North Dearborn Parkway
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 397-0777
Contact person: Jan Machuca		 Located in Gold Coast area, a few minutes walk from the Newberry Library, features brand new renovations, laundry facilities, 24-hour emergency maintenance, exercise equipment. Free utilities include heat, hot water and cooking gas. Leases are year-long; shorter terms available only as sublets, if available. Efficiencies (smaller studios) or studios run from $615.00-695.00. One person occupant limit. Handicap accessible.
Delaware Place
(Adjacent to Hancock Center)
211 East Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 944-4450
Contact Person: Laura Wallace
 Located one block east of Michigan Avenue and the Hancock Building on Delaware Place. Fabulous location-1 block from Michigan avenue shopping, restaurants, movies, universities; 2 blocks from the lakefront and bike path; 24 hours desk, security/entry system, utilities included, large bike room , main floor laundry facilities, resident manager and janitor. Apartment sizes range from 260-420 square feet, and rent for $895-$1245 per month; furnishings are available for a small additional charge. This is a vintage building, nearly 9 foot ceilings, mini-blinds, electric, heat, gas included, cable TV ready, telephone and computer modem ready, unit air conditioners available (extra charge). Walk to everything. No pets allowed. Not handicap accessible. 9 month-1 year leases available. Call for appointment.

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Sublets

One Room or Room available in Two-Bedroom Room available in two-bedroom apartment. The apartment is currently occupied by a former Newberry Fellow and History Professor at a university outside of Chicago. Bedroom is fully furnished with use of kitchen, living room, and bathroom. Kitchen items, towels, sheets, etc. are all made available to Newberry guest. The apartment is in Lakeview, a very nice neighborhood on the north side of Chicago. It is four blocks from an el stop, so transportation to the Newberry, downtown, and to most neighborhoods is quick and easy. Rent is $400.00 per month. If you have any questions, please write to khuffine@gmail.com.
One Bedroom

1209 N. State - For Rent
$1550/mo for 12 month lease
$1450/mo for 15 month lease

The Unit:
- 1 bedroom + study duplex with hardwood and marble flooring throughout.
- Open floor plan with lots of windows and a 2 story living room with glass block.
- Red brick fireplace.
- Open and bright large bedroom with ample closet space, sitting area/vanity nook. Large picture window overlooks the first floor.
- Granite countertops, maple cabinets, GE appliances and dishwasher in the newly refinished kitchen.
- Updated bathroom with marble flooring and tiling, large vanity, glass shelving, garden tub with deluxe rainfall showerhead.
- Extra bright study with custom built wood shelving.
- Spacious walk-in coat closet with additional storage space in entryway.
- Large custom-built linen closet with mirrored vanity.
- Electric heat and A/C.

The Extras:
- 2 free washers and dryers in complex.
- Gated entrance leads into gorgeous 100” landscaped courtyard with patio furniture! Great place to entertain!
- Extremely pet friendly.

Contact hjstein@uchicago.edu if interested.
Apartment in House for Rent

 Large, light and convenient apartment in in beautiful Evanston house. Furnished sunny living room with kitchen, dining area, and balcony. Very large sunny bedroom, bathroom. All newly renovated, on third floor of grand house in Evanston. Laundry in house. 2 blocks from the lake, two blocks from the Purple train line to the Newberry and Metra, 20 minutes walk to Northwestern University Library. Walking distance to grocery, drugstore, drycleaners. 2200 available July 1 – Dec 31, 2009 (but can be available earlier or later)

Contact information: wmadavis1@comcast.net (847) 475-4808
House for Rent A grand house in Evanston in wonderful location, elegantly furnished. Ground floor: large living room with grand piano, stately dining room with leaded glass windows and crystal chandelier, library with art glass collection, large kitchen with marble counters and cherry cabinetry, large terrace in front opens onto sweeping lawn, back porch opens onto private Tudor courtyard. Great entertaining space. Second floor: a huge master bedroom and newly renovated master bath, marbled, and a second bath in grand hall. Office with oriental rug and leather furniture, screened-in balcony among the trees. 3400 sq feet.

2 blocks from the lake, two blocks from the Purple train line to the Newberry and Metra, 20 minutes walk to Northwestern University Library. Walking distance to grocery, drugstore, drycleaners. Seeking a person or couple who are willing to respect fine furnishings. 3500.00 available Sept 1, 2009 to June 1, 2010. Contact information: Regina-s@northwestern.edu (847) 830-1115

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Online Apartment Finders

 

When searching for apartments online, it may help you to know thatour neighborhood is known variously as "River North," "Streeterville,"or "Gold Coast." Like all neighborhood designations in Chicago, theborders of these tend to shift depending on who you're talking to, butplaces listed in these neighborhoods will be within walking distance ofthe Newberry. Here is a list of all the neighborhoods in Chicago withtheir "real estate" as well as official names: http://www.dreamtown.com/services/chicago-neighborhood-map.htm

Craig's list (chicago.craigslist.com)has a constantly changing list of sublets, exchanges, and rentals.There are also other websites with more selective lists ofrooms/apartments to sublet for shorter periods. Here are a couple ofpromising ones: http://rentalo.com/l/us/il/Chicago; http://www.rentmyroom.homestead.com/Homepage.html. One fellow highly recommends checking out www.rent.com and http://www.apartmentratings.com/. You can enter your dates and the neighborhood, and it will spit outlists of available apartments in the area, arranged by price, with agood level of detail. Another fellow recommended www.sublet.com, which has a fee, but apparently a good range of apartments.

www.sabbaticalhomes.com has listings of sublet, exchange, and house-sitting opportunities,usually close to the University of Chicago or Northwestern, but alsoelsewhere in Chicago. Usually listings are for six months or longer.There are many home exchange and house-sitting sites, though they maynot match academic schedules; try your own google search. Also try:
http://www.singleshomeexchange.com/index.html
http://www.expatriates.com/classifieds/housingexch/
http://www.homeexchange.com/index.html
http://www.holswap.com/Home_Exchanges/Illinois.htm
http://www.housesitworld.com/
http://www.budgettravel.com/housesit.htm, etc....

Also see Chicago-specific listings at:
www.chireader.com/spacefinder
www.apartmentzone.com
www.springstreet.com
www.apartments.com/chicago
www.apartmentpeople.com
www.athomeinnchicago.com

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