
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Chicago Loop Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,411 (127 Rentals)


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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL3-ID1400

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1136 N La Salle Dr

Pittsfield Apartments

899 S Plymouth Ct, Unit Dearborn Park - South Loo

820 Michigan by 3L Living

MDA Apartments

777 N Michigan Ave

Axis Apartments and Lofts

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188 N Wells St, Unit SI FL3-ID1236
Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch
Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL2-ID1396

Marina City

777 South State

197 W Randolph St

Fisher Building Apartments

Randolph Tower City Apartments

330 S. Wells St

141 W Randolph St

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1001 South State

70 W Huron St, Unit 12
Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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211 E Ohio St, Unit 712

Century Tower

130 N Garland Ct

200 W Superior St, Unit 2706B

211 E Ohio St, Unit 1711

800 S Clark St, Unit 415

The Alfred

70 W Huron St

72 W Huron St

West77 Apartments
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Columbus Plaza

River City Apartments

400 N La Salle Dr

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Imprint

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1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL25-ID1349

Astoria Tower

320 N. Michigan

Hugo River North

The Grand Central

400 E Randolph St, Unit 821
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216 N Wells St, Unit 1402

201 N Westshore Dr

180 W Lake St, Unit 1606

The Elle Apartments

The Ardus

688 N LaSalle St, Unit 688 N Lasalle

558 N Kingsbury St

Arrive Streeterville

Kingsbury Plaza

70 W Huron 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 | $2,576 | $1,411 | $4,872 |
| Chicago Loop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,127 | $1,749 | $9,310 |
| Chicago Loop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,642 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Loop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,608 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago Loop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $970 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chicago Loop Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chicago Loop?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chicago Loop is under $2,079.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago Loop?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago Loop is 820 Michigan by 3L Living which is listed at $1,719, while the average apartment in Chicago Loop costs $5,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chicago Loop?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 94 regular apartments in Chicago Loop that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chicago Loop?
Cheap apartments in Chicago Loop have an average cost of $609 which is $5,390 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago Loop.
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