Average Rent in South Loop, Chicago, IL

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Current Versus Historical South Loop, Chicago, IL Rents

South Loop rentals average $1,780 for a studio rental to $0 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,717, or roughly $3 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in March 2025, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $70 (-3.95%) year-over-year from $1,770 to $1,700. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $143 (6.80%) year-over-year from $2,107 to $2,250. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $108 (-3.71%) year-over-year from $2,917 to $2,809. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $633 (14.50%) year-over-year from $4,367 to $5,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,669 (40.34%) year-over-year from $6,617 to $9,286. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 22.65% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.75% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.58% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.37% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 15.73% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Mar 2025 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $3.15 $1,700 $1,770 (-3.95%) $1,648 (3.18%)
1 BR $2.72 $2,250 $2,107 (6.80%) $2,124 (5.92%)
2 BR $2.60 $2,809 $2,917 (-3.71%) $2,905 (-3.32%)
3 BR $2.86 $5,000 $4,367 (14.50%) $4,361 (14.64%)

Historical Rents in South Loop, Chicago, IL

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Top Cities Near South Loop

There are a total of 5 cities nearby South Loop. The average rent in South Loop is currently $2,500 per month. A total of 4 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chicago, IL, with an average rent of $2,100, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near South Loop, Chicago, IL is Evanston, IL. Monthly rents here are on average $2,795 per month.

Let's compare South Loop, Chicago, IL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 13.95% more expensive. Two bedrooms in South Loop, Chicago, IL are about 20.72% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 42.55% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 5 cities near South Loop, Chicago, IL in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Chicago, IL $1,350 $1,850 $2,200 $2,100
Schaumburg, IL N/A $2,099 $2,375 $2,200
Naperville, IL N/A $1,742 $2,299 $2,500
Aurora, IL N/A $1,400 $2,212 $2,548
Evanston, IL $1,450 $2,223 $2,798 $2,795

Top Neighborhoods Near South Loop

There are a total of 12 neighborhoods in or near South Loop. Some of these neighborhoods include South Shore, Uptown, and Edgewater. We've included all of these top 12 neighborhoods in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL in the following chart.

The average rent for these 12 neighborhoods in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL is currently around $2,146 per month. A total of 10 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,146. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near South Loop, South Shore has the most affordable average rent at $1,450 per month. Whereas, at $3,050 average rent per month, The Loop is the most expensive neighborhood in or near South Loop. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
South Shore, Chicago, IL $923 $1,175 $1,450 $1,450
Uptown, Chicago, IL $1,195 $1,688 $2,200 $1,650
Edgewater, Chicago, IL $1,300 $1,650 $2,150 $1,685
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL $1,186 $1,524 $1,875 $1,700
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL N/A $2,000 $1,700 $2,075
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL N/A $1,523 $2,050 $2,097
Logan Square, Chicago, IL $1,250 $1,985 $2,250 $2,195
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL $1,125 $1,395 $2,100 $2,395
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL $1,290 $1,650 $2,175 $2,395
Lakeview, Chicago, IL $1,430 $2,048 $2,745 $2,398
Near North Side, Chicago, IL $1,788 $2,363 $4,075 $2,800
The Loop, Chicago, IL $1,910 $2,350 $3,525 $3,050

Top Counties Near South Loop

There are a total of 12 counties located by South Loop, Chicago, IL. Some of these counties include Milton, IL, Chicago, IL, and Downers Grove, IL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,200. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 6 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Milton, IL. It's average rent per month is $1,975. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,795, Evanston, IL is the most expensive county by South Loop, Chicago, IL.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in South Loop, Chicago, IL is 13.95% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in South Loop, Chicago, IL is 22.41% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 7 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Milton, IL N/A $1,899 $2,419 $1,975
Chicago, IL $1,350 $1,850 $2,200 $2,100
Downers Grove, IL N/A $1,749 $2,199 $2,149
Schaumburg, IL N/A $2,064 $2,250 $2,200
Naperville, IL N/A $1,739 $2,237 $2,400
Leyden, IL $1,245 $1,375 $2,750 $2,650
Evanston, IL $1,450 $2,223 $2,798 $2,795

Top Zipcodes Near South Loop

There are a total of 4 zipcodes in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,044. A total of 4 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 60641, Chicago, IL at $1,643 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,263 per month is 60618, Chicago, IL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,270. That's at least $3 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL is $1,637 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,094 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 4 zipcodes in South Loop, Chicago, IL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
60615, Chicago, IL $1,275 $1,650 $2,088 $2,188
60618, Chicago, IL $1,265 $1,625 $2,100 $2,263
60641, Chicago, IL $1,300 $1,375 $1,663 $1,643
60625, Chicago, IL $1,195 $1,700 $2,207 $1,900

Frequently Asked Questions - South Loop Average Rents

What is the average rent price in South Loop, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for South Loop, Chicago, IL apartments for rent is approximately $2,717. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do South Loop, Chicago, IL rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in South Loop, Chicago, IL.
How much is a studio apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,780 and an average price per square feet of $3.15. There are a total of 5 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in South Loop.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,150 and an average price per square feet of $2.72. There are a total of 32 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in South Loop.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,900 and an average price per square feet of $2.60. There are a total of 59 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in South Loop.
How have rent prices in South Loop, Chicago, IL changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in South Loop, Chicago, IL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.04%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.07%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in South Loop, Chicago, IL?
A reasonable rent price in South Loop, Chicago, IL is around $2,174/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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