| STUDIO | $2,155+ |
| 1 BED | $2,325+ |
| 2 BEDS | $3,334+ |
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The Elle Apartments is the definition of urban luxury. At first glance, it’s all about our location right next to Grant Park and Soldier Field, where these South Loop apartments offer a living experience that’s second to none. Look closer at our vibrant community and you’ll discover a collection of top-tier amenities, from a modern coworking hub and a multi-screen theater to an expansive outdoor lawn. And the most exciting of it all? Sweeping skyline and Lake Michigan views are a given. Seeing Chicago’s finest spots from above is special – but imagine living in a walker’s paradise, with downtown, the Art Institute, and Roosevelt Collection Shops at your fingertips. Since our neighborhood has a perfect transit score, commutes are swift. The Chicago Trading Company and Sterling Trading Tech are on the same street, while UI Health and the University of Chicago are a short ride from the nearby LaSalle Station. Experience the best of South Loop, Chicago – join our apartments today!
| 1 BED | $1,864+ |
| 2 BEDS | Ask for Pricing |
| 3 BEDS | $2,727+ |
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| STUDIO | $2,155+ |
| 1 BED | $2,325+ |
| 2 BEDS | $3,334+ |
| STUDIO | $2,121+ |
| 1 BED | $2,520+ |
| 2 BEDS | $3,446+ |
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| 1 BED | $1,858 |
| 2 BEDS | $2,725 |
| STUDIO | $1,744 |
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| 2 BEDS | $2,683 |
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| STUDIO | $1,115+ |
| 1 BED | $1,190+ |
| 2 BEDS | $1,408 |
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Rental prices in South Loop, Chicago, IL have increased by 3.78% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,634 to $2,733.
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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,743, while the average monthly rent in South Loop, Chicago, IL is $2,733.
The average monthly rent for an apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL is around $2,733.
A share of 3% of apartments in South Loop, Chicago, IL have the cheapest rents between $1,001-$1,500. Around 37% of rentals are $2,501-$3,000. Around 11% of South Loop's apartments have monthly rents between $1,501-$2,000. There are 28% of apartments with rents between $2,001-$2,500. A share of 22% of apartment rentals in Chicago are in the > $3,000 range.
The largest share of rentals in South Loop, Chicago, IL (37%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
Prices and availability in South Loop, Chicago, IL were last updated on 22 Nov 2025.
The best apartments in South Loop, Chicago, IL are: The Elle Apartments, The Regal Apartments, Library Lofts, 2008 S. Wabash Ave and 777 South State.
The average rent in South Loop, Chicago, IL is $2,561.
The price range for a studio apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL is between $1,734 and $4,038.
The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL is between $1,600 and $6,399.
The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL is between $1,864 and $9,480.
The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in South Loop, Chicago, IL is between $2,307 and $10,402.
In South Loop, 60% of the residents are renting compared to 40% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 64% of South Loop’s rentals, 33% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.
South Loop is a quiet neighborhood just two miles outside Downtown Chicago, with approximately 98,000 residents. It buts up against Printers Row, and is also close to Chinatown and Bronzeville. The “Best City in the World,” according to Time Out, Chicago is affordable, diverse, and has a strong economy, anchored by the numerous international and national corporations that call the city their home. In fact, Chicago is second only to New York City’s Manhattan for being the largest commercial business district in the country. Some of the many perks of living in and around Chicago include access to Lake Michigan, to top restaurants, world-class entertainment, cultural, and educational opportunities.
The Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance protects renter’s rights in South Loop. The legislation specifies the responsibilities of both landlords and tenants, and includes rules about what constitutes timely repairs, how much notification is required prior to termination of a lease, and how much interest can be paid on security deposits not returned within 30 days of moving out.
In total, South Loop, Chicago, IL has 24,104 residents, 11,882 women and 12,221 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of South Loop’s population is 31.
Living in the South Loop means being close to everything the city has to offer. One of the biggest advantages of living in the South Loop lies in its proximity to downtown, and the ease with which commuters can get back and forth to work. Most young residents would say that a disadvantage of living in the South Loop is that it’s too quiet and there’s no nightlife. As for the older ones, this is listed among the major perks of living in this area.
There is a total of 11,874 households in South Loop, Chicago, IL. Of these, 1,662 have children and 10,212 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 4,571 family households and 7,303 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in South Loop is 1.52 people, on average. The median household annual income in South Loop equals $118,403, and the monthly housing costs equal $2,426.
There is no shortage of things to do in the South Loop. For things to do with the family, a visit to Adler Planetarium and its Sky Theater for virtual-reality space trips is a must. Other fun family activities are skating the ramps at Grant Park Skate Plaza, or kayaking at Ping Tom Memorial Park. Football fans need look no further than Soldier Field for a Bears game. Also, you should know that one of the best fine dining restaurants in all of Chicago is Acadia in the South Loop. For more casual fare, check out the Devil Dawgs South Loop location, then head to Little Branch Cafe for dessert.
With an unemployment rate that continues to fall thanks to tech jobs and the numerous companies that have a homebase in Chicago, living in South Loop makes economic sense. It also means having a short commute into work. Chase Bank, United Airlines, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Morton Salt all have headquarters downtown.
The South Loop’s schools are in the Chicago Public Schools system. Jones College Prep High School was ranked the third-best in the state, and 110th in the nation in the U.S. News & World Report annual ranking of the best schools in the country. South Loop is also home to Columbia College Chicago, which is one of several higher learning institutions in the city.
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 5% of the population in South Loop, Chicago, IL have no high school education, 15% went to high-school, and 15% have partially completed college. Moreover, 4% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 33% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 29% hold a Graduate Degree.
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