
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chicago Loop Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $949 (286 Rentals)
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Gramercy Row Apartments

Straits Row

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL3-ID1236

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL3-ID1402

401 E Ontario St

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL2-ID1396

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1136 N La Salle Dr

820 Michigan by 3L Living

63 E Lake
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102 W Chicago Ave

Marina City

130 S Canal St

The Bush Temple

731 Plymouth by 3L Living

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330 S. Wells St

Lake Shore Plaza

Century Tower

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60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL8-ID1346
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Astoria Tower

69 W Huron St

777 N Michigan Ave, Unit 2106

801 S Plymouth Ct, Unit 319

130 N Garland Ct

200 W Superior St, Unit 2706B

777 N Michigan Ave, Unit 1706

777 South State

712 S Clark St

713 S Clark St
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Fisher Building Apartments

630 S Clark St, Unit 3711

Columbus Plaza

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL2-ID1232

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Imprint

440 N Wabash Ave, Unit 01707

8 W Monroe St, Unit 1206

622 N Wells St

106 W Chicago Ave, Unit 304

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL3-ID1237

The Alfred

Asbury Plaza

551 N State St

216 N Wells St, Unit 1402

208 W Washington St, Unit 1503

730 N Dearborn St

200 N Dearborn St, Unit 04503

152 W Superior St, Unit 4R

10 E. Ontario St.
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Chicago Loop, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago Loop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Loop Studio Apartments | $2,593 | $1,224 | $7,072 |
| Chicago Loop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,046 | $1,294 | $9,999 |
| Chicago Loop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,534 | $1,819 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Loop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,844 | $1,024 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Loop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,009 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Chicago Loop Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chicago Loop area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Gramercy Row Apartments priced from $1,289. Straits Row has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,599. Here are the most affordable Chicago Loop apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gramercy Row Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,289 |
| Straits Row | Private Bedspace in a D6 with Roommates | 4BR,4BA | $1,599 |
| 820 Michigan by 3L Living | Studio North | Studio,1BA | $1,669 |
| The Bush Temple | M-A10 | Studio,1BA | $1,870 |
| Axis Apartments and Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 731 Plymouth by 3L Living | 1 Bedroom East | 1BR,1BA | $1,929 |
| 330 S. Wells St | 02 Tier Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Astoria Tower | Studio 08A | Studio,1BA | $1,979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chicago Loop, IL
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chicago Loop area is the $2.02 price per square foot 9 E Huron St Model at 9 E Huron St, Unit 1 in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $4,450. The second greatest value Chicago Loop apartment is the Two Bedroom 1324 sq ft Model at 440 N. Wabash Ave. starting at $3,200 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chicago Loop apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 E Huron St, Unit 1 | 9 E Huron St | 3BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| 440 N. Wabash Ave. | Two Bedroom 1324 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| 10 E. Ontario St. | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 333 E Wacker Dr, Unit 17 | 333 E Wacker Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| State Street Lofts | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.70 |
| Dwight Lofts | 5 Person Private | 4BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Regal Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| 731 Plymouth by 3L Living | 2 Bedroom East | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 30 East | 2 BEDROOM/2 BATHROOM - B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Fisher Building Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chicago Loop Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chicago Loop?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chicago Loop is at Gramercy Row Apartments listed at $1,499.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chicago Loop Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chicago Loop Apartment is $1,929 at 731 Plymouth by 3L Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chicago Loop Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago Loop is starting from $2,379 at 731 Plymouth by 3L Living.
What is the most affordable Chicago Loop Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chicago Loop Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Century Tower and starts from $4,274.
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