Average Rent in South Loop, Chicago, IL

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Current Versus Historical South Loop, Chicago, IL Rents

South Loop rentals average $1,625 for a studio rental to $0 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,600, or roughly $3 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in February 2025, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $53 (-2.95%) year-over-year from $1,803 to $1,750. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $53 (2.49%) year-over-year from $2,142 to $2,195. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $60 (2.06%) year-over-year from $2,930 to $2,990. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $940 (-20.31%) year-over-year from $4,630 to $3,690. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $2,600 (-32.10%) year-over-year from $8,100 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 20.79% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.73% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.11% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.81% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 21.99% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Feb 2025 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $3.25 $1,750 $1,803 (-2.95%) $1,698 (3.06%)
1 BR $2.66 $2,195 $2,142 (2.49%) $2,080 (5.51%)
2 BR $2.57 $2,990 $2,930 (2.06%) $2,830 (5.67%)
3 BR $2.30 $3,690 $4,630 (-20.31%) $4,011 (-8.01%)

Historical Rents in South Loop, Chicago, IL

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Top Cities Near South Loop

There are a total of 6 cities nearby South Loop. The average rent in South Loop is currently $2,347 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 Naperville, IL. Monthly rents here are on average $2,750 per month.

Let's compare South Loop, Chicago, IL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 14.91% more expensive. Two bedrooms in South Loop, Chicago, IL are about 21.58% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 43.67% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near South Loop, Chicago, IL in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Chicago, IL $1,350 $1,845 $2,200 $2,100
Wheaton, IL N/A $1,899 $2,357 $2,271
Schaumburg, IL N/A $2,056 $2,603 $2,293
Aurora, IL N/A $1,635 $2,200 $2,400
Evanston, IL $1,525 $2,100 $2,973 $2,745
Naperville, IL N/A N/A $2,348 $2,750

Top Neighborhoods Near South Loop

There are a total of 14 neighborhoods in or near South Loop. Some of these neighborhoods include South Shore, Uptown, and Rogers Park. We've included all of these top 14 neighborhoods in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL in the following chart.

The average rent for these 14 neighborhoods in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL is currently around $2,186 per month. A total of 12 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,186. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near South Loop, South Shore has the most affordable average rent at $1,500 per month. Whereas, at $3,450 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 $873 $1,150 $1,450 $1,500
Uptown, Chicago, IL $1,198 $1,650 $2,300 $1,638
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL $1,200 $1,550 $1,895 $1,725
Edgewater, Chicago, IL $1,325 $1,678 $2,200 $1,750
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL N/A $2,188 $1,750 $2,000
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL $1,963 $1,600 $2,025 $2,075
Pilsen, Chicago, IL N/A $1,525 $1,895 $2,148
Woodlawn, Chicago, IL N/A $1,600 $1,900 $2,225
Logan Square, Chicago, IL $1,295 $2,095 $2,300 $2,250
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL $1,060 $1,425 $2,185 $2,350
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL $1,290 $1,548 $1,925 $2,398
Lakeview, Chicago, IL $1,440 $1,898 $2,750 $2,400
Near North Side, Chicago, IL $1,765 $2,400 $4,200 $2,789
The Loop, Chicago, IL $1,960 $2,600 $3,600 $3,450

Top Counties Near South Loop

There are a total of 14 counties located by South Loop, Chicago, IL. Some of these counties include Downers Grove, IL, Chicago, IL, and Milton, IL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,329. 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 Downers Grove, IL. It's average rent per month is $2,100. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,745, 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 13.68% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in South Loop, Chicago, IL is 24.29% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 7 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Downers Grove, IL N/A $1,749 $2,149 $2,100
Chicago, IL $1,350 $1,845 $2,200 $2,100
Milton, IL N/A $1,899 $2,271 $2,271
Schaumburg, IL N/A $2,139 $2,450 $2,329
Naperville, IL N/A $1,910 $2,250 $2,600
Leyden, IL N/A $1,550 $2,750 $2,650
Evanston, IL $1,525 $2,100 $2,973 $2,745

Top Zipcodes Near South Loop

There are a total of 3 zipcodes in or near South Loop, Chicago, IL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,263. A total of 3 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 $1,775 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,398 per month is 60618, Chicago, IL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,250. 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 $1,525 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,125 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 3 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 $1,250 $1,525 $2,125 $2,263
60618, Chicago, IL $1,600 $1,750 $2,210 $2,398
60641, Chicago, IL $1,175 $1,400 $1,775 $1,775

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 $2,600. 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 $1,625 and an average price per square feet of $3.25. There are a total of 4 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 51 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 $3,000 and an average price per square feet of $2.57. There are a total of 64 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 -0.03%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.20% 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 $2,080/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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