Average Rent in South Loop, Chicago, IL

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Current Versus Historical South Loop, Chicago, IL Rents

South Loop rentals average $1,750 for a studio rental to $6,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,530, or roughly $3 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in January 2025, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $35 (2.04%) year-over-year from $1,715 to $1,750. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $133 (6.43%) year-over-year from $2,067 to $2,200. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $62 (-2.15%) year-over-year from $2,862 to $2,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $377 (-8.82%) year-over-year from $4,277 to $3,900. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $967 (-14.95%) year-over-year from $6,467 to $5,500. 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 21.07% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.05% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.63% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.26% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 28.73% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Jan 2025 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $2.86 $1,750 $1,715 (2.04%) $1,661 (5.38%)
1 BR $2.66 $2,200 $2,067 (6.43%) $2,063 (6.62%)
2 BR $2.48 $2,800 $2,862 (-2.15%) $2,760 (1.45%)
3 BR $2.38 $3,900 $4,277 (-8.82%) $3,895 (0.13%)
4+ BR $2.43 $5,500 $6,467 (-14.95%) $10,482 (-47.53%)

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 $2,435 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chicago, IL, with an average rent of $2,150, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near South Loop, Chicago, IL is Naperville, IL. Monthly rents here are on average $2,925 per month.

Let's compare South Loop, Chicago, IL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 15.91% more expensive. Two bedrooms in South Loop, Chicago, IL are about 20.54% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 36.67% 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 $1,360 $1,850 $2,200 $2,150
Schaumburg, IL N/A $2,056 $2,400 $2,250
Aurora, IL N/A $1,475 $2,148 $2,435
Evanston, IL N/A $2,100 $2,897 $2,760
Naperville, IL N/A N/A $2,225 $2,925

Top Neighborhoods Near South Loop

There are a total of 15 neighborhoods in or near South Loop. Some of these neighborhoods include South Shore, Uptown, and Rogers Park. We've included all of these top 15 neighborhoods in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL in the following chart.

The average rent for these 15 neighborhoods in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL is currently around $2,245 per month. A total of 11 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,245. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near South Loop, South Shore has the most affordable average rent at $1,463 per month. Whereas, at $3,275 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 $895 $1,200 $1,450 $1,463
Uptown, Chicago, IL $1,195 $1,625 $2,455 $1,650
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL $1,200 $1,544 $1,850 $1,650
Edgewater, Chicago, IL $1,320 $1,650 $2,200 $1,750
Pilsen, Chicago, IL N/A $1,600 $1,645 $1,950
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL N/A $1,573 $1,950 $2,025
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL N/A N/A $1,650 $2,083
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL $1,258 $1,723 $2,065 $2,245
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL $1,150 $1,475 $1,895 $2,300
Lakeview, Chicago, IL $1,500 $1,995 $2,675 $2,395
Logan Square, Chicago, IL $1,600 $2,389 $2,350 $2,400
West Town, Chicago, IL $2,360 $2,339 $2,550 $2,900
Near North Side, Chicago, IL $1,800 $2,450 $3,800 $2,995
Near West Side, Chicago, IL N/A $2,595 $3,250 $3,198
The Loop, Chicago, IL $1,975 $2,500 $3,425 $3,275

Top Counties Near South Loop

There are a total of 15 counties located by South Loop, Chicago, IL. Some of these counties include Chicago, IL, Downers Grove, IL, and Schaumburg, IL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,375. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 5 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Chicago, IL. It's average rent per month is $2,150. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,760, 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 15.93% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in South Loop, Chicago, IL is 19.20% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 8 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Chicago, IL $1,360 $1,850 $2,200 $2,150
Downers Grove, IL N/A $1,849 $2,199 $2,199
Schaumburg, IL N/A $2,128 $2,250 $2,203
Milton, IL N/A $1,800 $2,249 $2,249
Libertyville, IL N/A $2,160 $2,400 $2,501
Naperville, IL N/A N/A $2,275 $2,600
Leyden, IL N/A $1,300 $2,650 $2,650
Evanston, IL N/A $2,100 $2,897 $2,760

Top Zipcodes Near South Loop

There are a total of 2 zipcodes in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,200. A total of 2 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 60615, Chicago, IL at $2,000 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,400 per month is 60618, Chicago, IL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,486. That's at least $2 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 $1,898 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,969 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 2 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 $1,178 $1,800 $1,838 $2,000
60618, Chicago, IL $1,795 $1,995 $2,100 $2,400

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 $2,530. 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 $1,750 and an average price per square feet of $2.86. 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 $2,200 and an average price per square feet of $2.66. There are a total of 53 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 $2,800 and an average price per square feet of $2.48. There are a total of 53 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 0.02%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09% 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 $2,024/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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