Is Renting an RV Worth It?

You may have read the article by Tripsavvy, their study shows that a family can save between 20% – 60% in travel costs when you Rent an RV.

Some people travel for work and require a stay in a city for a month or more. You can save a ton of money by choosing a Monthly Chicago RV Rental from a towable trailer to a motorhome luxury Class A. Expect to pay about $80 to $1,000 or more on the rental each day, depending on the size and amenities of the RV. You will also need to include costs for RV insurance, add-ons, cleaning fee, pet fees, extra mileage, and gas.

The Average Monthly RV Rental in Chicago Costs can range from $1,700 to $12,000 (including taxes). However, when you tally the total costs, you still come out ahead by choosing a motorhome over hotels and restaurants. You save the most money on meals, which are pricey when staying at hotels. 

If you rent the RV for longer than a month, you can usually pare down the cost, just as you might do when you rent a car. You can experience an epic vacation in an RV accommodation, complete with a full kitchen, without paying a hotel’s exorbitant costs.

What you experience in convenience and personal comfort makes RV camping in Chicago style well worth the price. You can find a complete listing of RV rentals Chicago rates for RVs and motorhomes at RVnGO.

So, What Does It Cost For A Monthly RV Rental in Chicago?

Obviously, the Monthly RV Rental Cost will be different depending on City, the time of year, the individual RV Owner or Company and the class of RV, and the amenities offered.

You have several options to select from and many websites offering Monthly Chicago RV Rentals by Owner.  Below is a Host we found through RVnGO and his Class C RV Rental. 

This RV is a great selection for it’s ease of driving for people compared to a Class A, and many people don’t have a vehicle to tow a trailer, so we didn’t go that route. We went with RVnGO because out of all the other sites, they do not charge ANY exorbitant fees to the Host or the Guest. 

When we say no fees, Every website we have looked at charges a “service fee” or “reservation fee” or some variation of “usage fee” charged by the company in addition to the standard credit card processing fees. RVnGO does not do that. And the insurance Coverage is considerably better. The Host in Chicago for this article is Brian Parks. and the base Monthly RV Rental rate charged is $6,900 for a 2020 Thor Motor Coach MAGNITUDE RB34 

This Chicago RV sleeps 8 passengers and has 2 slide-outs. The charges from the Host include a booking deposit of $309.27 and a security deposit of $700. 

3rd party Insurance and protection is included at a nightly rate *not a daily rate. For the insurance premium, that is $1,450 for a $1 Million dollar liability coverage and up to $200,000 in damages coverage. You also have 24/7 roadside assistance which will be $348. Then there is the typical 3% credit card processing fee of $254.04. 

As stated in the first section of this article, Naturally, these rates vary depending on the Host and the type of RV and the amenities offered.  When shopping, you will want to be sure to compare side by side, apple to apple. 

RV Rental Charges	Price
Monthly Rate	$6,900
Booking Deposit	$309.27
Prep Fee	$0
Security Deposit	$700
Insurance	$1,450
24/7 Roadside	$348
Credit Card Processing 3%	$254.04
Sales Tax	$included
Total	$8,722.04

You can shop and compare rates of course. Each individual Host or Chicago RV Rental Company may also charge extra for generator, and extra mileage, or linens, or even a waste dumping charge. 

Compare several Hosts around Chicago to get a good idea and keep in mind to shop and reserve your RV Rental 3-6 months in advance to lock in the one you want. You also have an option with RVnGO to pay over time on approved credit of course using their RV Now Pay Later program powered by Uplift. For this particular Chicago RV, the payments could potentially be from $404 a month.

(*Disclaimer: When using the Uplift, Flexible payment option, actual terms are based on your credit score and other factors may vary. Not everyone is eligible. Loans made through Uplift are offered by lending partners and can be found at: http://uplift.com/lenders.)

***NOTE: Other platforms charge Guests 10% or more of the total booking rates and take 20% or more from the Hosts.  Other platforms also charge a daily rate for insurance which is calculated differently from a nightly rate and costs more. Other platforms also may offer different insurance coverages than what is shown on their website, and may not allow you to select higher coverages, so you may not be getting what you expect and are not getting the coverages that are stated. So please when shopping, compare apples to apples and read the small print.

So now you’re ready to Rent a Chicago RV, just get your Packing List Checklist to have an amazing trip.

The 4 Types Of RVs By Class

You can choose from four basic categories when selecting a Monthly RV Rental in Chicago.

Class A Motorhomes

These all-in-one RVs feature a kitchen, dining area, lounge, bedroom, bathroom, and shower. Some of the homes feature slide-outs that expand the interior living space when camping at San Diego campsites. 

Class B Motorhomes

Class B RVs or campervans come in full-size or extended models and feature a raised roof. Often, the dinette converts as a bed. This smaller camper is ideal for couples who don’t mind a cozier accommodation.

Class C Motorhomes

These RVs use a truck chassis and extended cab over the driver’s compartment. The homes feature a dining area, bathroom, and kitchen, and some feature separate bedrooms. A slide-out on the vehicle’s camber expands the living area. Usually, you can convert the sofa, dinette, and compartment above the driver to beds for sleeping.

Travel Trailer or Fifth Wheel

Spanning in size from 10 to 40 feet long, an RV rental Fifth Wheel or Travel Trailer requires a truck to pull it. The interior may vary based on the trailer’s size. To use this option for Chicago RV camping or Road Trips, you’ll need to make sure you have a vehicle that can tow the trailer. You will also have a different 5th Wheel or Toy Hauler Packing Checklist.

Monthly RV Rental Chicago Without Worry

You may at first feel uncertain about renting an RV. While others have felt the same way, they knew they made a great decision when they used a local Host. Here is another one of the many options to rent an RV for a month around Chicago. 

In fact, here are some RV Rental Industry Statistics that show how more people are shifting to rent RVs and rent out their RVs. 

As you are reading this article and going through the information, you may be thinking how much you can earn from renting out an RV.  Don’t be fooled with ads from some companies promising $1,400 a week or $40,000 a year unless you have multiple RVs and it’s your full time business.

Why Choose a Chicago RV Rental?

Here is some more detailed information showing how Renting an RV is Cheaper Than Staying in a Hotel. 

If you don’t want to read the side by side comparison, Here are the benefits of renting an RV over staying at a pricey hotel.

• You only have to pack your bag once — no need to pack and repack at each hotel.
• You save on meals, as you can buy your groceries.
• You can travel more easily.
• You don’t have to wait in line to use the bathroom at a McDonald’s or convenience store or the rest stop. You have immediate access to the facilities.
• You can sleep in the same bed each night of your trip.
• You can travel with your dog and save money by not keeping your pet at a kennel.
• You can experience the great outdoors right outside your RV.

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