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Affordable car sharing in Chicago

Whether you’re a long-time resident or a weekend visitor, sometimes you just need a car to get around Chicago or head out of the city. Avail makes it easy to get the car you need when you need it, with dozens of self-service car sharing locations around Chicago and rates starting at $25/day. 

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Car sharing in Chicago neighborhoods

Chicago is one of America’s biggest cities, full of diverse, unique neighborhoods to visit and attractions to see. It doesn’t matter if your plans include an afternoon stroll through the shops and sights of Wicker Park, eating through the city’s best deep-dish pizzas for lunch with friends or going hiking at Indiana Dunes State Park, renting a car with Avail makes getting around town — or leaving it for the day — easier.

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Why should you choose car sharing in Chicago?

Why should you choose car sharing? It’s affordable, convenient and allows you to get to your destination on your schedule. Public transportation can be unreliable and ride-share services can be expensive, whereas car sharing helps you take control of your day and your travels. With affordable rates and a wide variety of cars to choose from, you’ll find the right vehicle for your plans.

Avail allows drivers to rent a car from real vehicle owners in Chicago, but with added protections and amenities. Every trip is protected with insurance from Allstate. In addition, all borrowers have access to 24/7 roadside assistance and customer support.

Allstate insurance

Every trip is protected by Allstate insurance and includes 24/7 roadside assistance.

Seamless sharing

Use our self-service key boxes for pick-up and drop-off. We’ll handle the rest, from cleaning to payments.

Wide selection of cars

From sedans to SUVs, we have a range of vehicles available for short- and long-term borrowing.

Fair pricing

Affordable daily rates. We don’t charge extra for a second driver or drivers under 25.

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Why should you choose car sharing in Chicago?

Why should you choose car sharing? It’s affordable, convenient and allows you to get to your destination on your schedule. Public transportation can be unreliable and ride-share services can be expensive, whereas car sharing helps you take control of your day and your travels. With affordable rates and a wide variety of cars to choose from, you’ll find the right vehicle for your plans.

Avail allows drivers to rent a car from real vehicle owners in Chicago, but with added protections and amenities. Every trip is protected with insurance from Allstate. In addition, all borrowers have access to 24/7 roadside assistance and customer support.

Allstate insurance

Every trip is protected by Allstate insurance and includes 24/7 roadside assistance.

Learn more
Seamless sharing

Use our self-service key boxes for pick-up and drop-off. We’ll handle the rest, from cleaning to payments.

Learn more
Wide selection of cars

From sedans to SUVs, we have a range of vehicles available for short- and long-term borrowing.

Learn more
Fair pricing

Affordable daily rates. We don’t charge extra for a second driver or drivers under 25.

Learn more

How to book your Avail car rental in Chicago

Avail car rental requirements are simple. To book a car with Avail, you need to be at least 21 years old and have a valid U.S. driver’s license, a clean driving record and a valid credit card for payment. That’s it!

We often suggest that drivers try to plan a few days ahead to ensure car availability, but we understand that sometimes spontaneous road trips can happen!

Our convenient pick-up locations around Chicago make it easy to hit the road fast. Book online by choosing the pick-up location and car that are most convenient for your plans. Head to the lot, grab the car keys from the Avail key box and drive out. No lines, no waiting, no roadblocks.

For maximum convenience, download the Avail car sharing app.

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Share your car in Chicago and earn extra cash today

Most people don’t use their car all day, every day, especially in a city like Chicago. If you’re looking for ways to earn some extra cash and help your neighbors, consider signing up to share your car on Avail. We do the work and you get paid.

Avail pre-screens all borrowers to ensure they meet strict safe-driver standards. After you list your car for sharing, we’ll promote it on our platform and then, once it’s booked, handle the transfer of keys through a secure on-site key box. After every trip, we’ll clean and inspect the vehicle to make sure it’s returned to you in proper condition.     

How to book your Avail car rental in Chicago

Avail car rental requirements are simple. To book a car with Avail, you need to be at least 21 years old and have a valid U.S. driver’s license, a clean driving record and a valid credit card for payment. That’s it!

We often suggest that drivers try to plan a few days ahead to ensure car availability, but we understand that sometimes spontaneous road trips can happen!

Our convenient pick-up locations around Chicago make it easy to hit the road fast. Book online by choosing the pick-up location and car that are most convenient for your plans. Head to the lot, grab the car keys from the Avail key box and drive out. No lines, no waiting, no roadblocks.

For maximum convenience, download the Avail car sharing app.

Share your car in Chicago and earn extra cash today

Most people don’t use their car all day, every day, especially in a city like Chicago. If you’re looking for ways to earn some extra cash and help your neighbors, consider signing up to share your car on Avail. We do the work and you get paid.

Avail pre-screens all borrowers to ensure they meet strict safe-driver standards. After you list your car for sharing, we’ll promote it on our platform and then, once it’s booked, handle the transfer of keys through a secure on-site key box. After every trip, we’ll clean and inspect the vehicle to make sure it’s returned to you in proper condition.     

Drive Chicago

If you are looking for a change of pace from unreliable public transit and ride share services, Avail helps you find the vehicle you need to visit many of our city’s favorite destinations. We make daily car rental in Chicago convenient with affordable rates and several local pick-up and drop-off locations.

What if you need to use a car for longer, like several weeks or a month at a time? Renting a car on a long-term basis can be more cost-effective than buying a car. Book with Avail to take advantage of great benefits, like lower monthly expenses on insurance and auto loans. You don’t even need to worry about maintenance.


Enjoy the awe-inspiring exhibits of the Shedd Aquarium or pay a visit to Sue the T-Rex at the Field Museum of Natural History. Cruise over to Millennium Park and snap a few photos in front of the Cloud Gate (the world-famous bean). Make your way to Belmont Harbor and enjoy the breeze coming off Lake Michigan. When you rent a car with Avail, getting around town is easier with fewer bus and train schedules to remember and maximum freedom to enjoy the city at your leisure.

Things to do in Chicago

Discover delicious deep-dish pizza, visit some of the city’s major attractions, and cruise down Lake Shore Drive.

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Road trips from Chicago

Drive beyond the city limits to reach some of the Midwest’s best day trips and scenic routes.

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Best restaurants and food in Chicago

Chicago is known for deep-dish pizza, but the local food scene serves up so much more, from traditional Italian beef sandwiches to farm-to-table fare.

Frequently asked questions about car sharing in Chicago


Car sharing works a little differently than traditional car rentals. You avoid all the unseen fees that come with renting a car from the other guys, and you have the peace of mind that your driving experience is protected by Allstate insurance. If you want more details about how car sharing works, refer to the FAQs below, or get even more information with our car sharing resources.    

For borrowers, car sharing is an affordable alternative to traditional car rentals. When you book a car from Avail, you’re borrowing a vehicle from another Chicago driver who is just like you! Whether you need it for a day or a few weeks, Avail offers excellent benefits like insurance coverage from Allstate, 24/7 roadside assistance and vehicle inspections.

For vehicle owners, car sharing is an excellent way to make some extra money while your vehicle is otherwise not being used.

When you want to borrow a car, just make a reservation in the Avail app or on our website. All of our Chicago neighborhood locations are self-service, meaning you’ll pick up the keys from a secure on-site key box and then drive away without having to wait in line. Returning the car is just as simple.

You just have to be at least 21 years old and have a valid U.S. driver’s license, a clean driving record and a valid credit card for payment. If you want to share your car with others and earn money, check out our car sharing requirements to see how easy it is to share a car in Chicago with Avail!

Once you’re done zooming around the city, you’ll bring your car back to the same Avail location where you picked it up.

If you’re running late, adjust your reservation’s end time in your account on the Avail app or our website. Car sharing relies on you to return the vehicle on time. This ensures that we can prepare the car for the next borrower or return the vehicle to the owner at the time they expect.                                              

Because of this, some trips cannot be extended. If you’re unable to extend your trip and you return a vehicle more than 30 minutes late, you will usually incur a late fee.

If you need to cut your trip short, you can change your end time in your account on the Avail app or our website. Since our rental periods are in 24-hour increments, we can only provide a partial refund if you return the car more than 24 hours early.

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