
Loft Style Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $3,500 (55 Rentals)
Apartments in Chicago with high ceilings and cool urban vibes.


2707 W Augusta Blvd, Unit 1A

1244 N Dearborn St, Unit 808

1470 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 3

1223 N La Salle Dr, Unit 5B

2850 N. Clark Street Apartments

1023 W Addison St, Unit STUDIO
What Exactly Is a Loft Style Apartment?
Apartments come in many varieties. Among these, the so-called ‘Loft Apartment’ usually features higher ceilings, and larger windows, and frequently includes industrial design elements.

1819 Lofts

31 E Roosevelt Rd, Unit 2301

203 N La Salle St, Unit 3110
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1349 N Washtenaw Ave, Unit 1F

Aberdeen East

6700NORTH

ILUX

529 N Ashland Ave, Unit 533NASHLANDUNIT1

465 North Park

Roosevelt Collection Lofts

3606 W Cortland St, Unit CH
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1935 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 306

731 Plymouth by 3L Living

Lofts At River East

816 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 102

The Eagle Building - 3833 N Broadway

1401 S. State

River West Lofts
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Axis Apartments and Lofts

3914 W Flournoy St, Unit 2

Covington - 4600 N Clarendon Ave

Bishop Street Lofts

2030 W 23rd St, Unit 1st Fl - #4

The Draper

Lawrence Lofts

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

1009 W Lawrence Ave, Unit 2

Hollywood Beach
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,872 | $333 | $8,711 |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,368 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,070 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,831 | $788 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $650 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,977 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $27,098 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Loft Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Loft apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Loft Apartment in Chicago is at Hollywood Beach listed at $1,260.
How much is the average rent for a Loft Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Loft Apartment in Chicago is $3,237.
What is the largest Loft Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Loft apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 2,500 square feet unit starting from $5,750 at 3345 N Clark St, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Chicago Loft Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Loft rental in Chicago is currently at 1,000 sq ft.
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