Cheap Homes for Rent in the Chicago Loop Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,600 (210 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Chicago Loop area of Chicago.

property at 777 N Michigan Ave

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

777 N Michigan Ave

ChicagoIL60611
property at 630 S Clark St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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630 S Clark St, Unit 3711

630 S Clark St
ChicagoIL60605
property at 400 E Randolph St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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400 E Randolph St, Unit 2022

400 E Randolph St
ChicagoIL60601

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property at 200 N Dearborn St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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200 N Dearborn St, Unit Condo

200 N Dearborn St
ChicagoIL60601
property at 152 W Superior St

$2,050

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$2,050

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$2,050

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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152 W Superior St, Unit 4R

152 W Superior St
ChicagoIL60654
property at 200 N Dearborn St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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200 N Dearborn St, Unit 2405

200 N Dearborn St
ChicagoIL60601

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property at 233 E Erie St

$2,100 - $3,700

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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233 E Erie St

ChicagoIL60611

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property at 211 E Ohio St

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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211 E Ohio St, Unit 2513

211 E Ohio St
ChicagoIL60611
property at 535 N Michigan Ave

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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535 N Michigan Ave, Unit 2507

535 N Michigan Ave
ChicagoIL60611
property at 20 N State St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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20 N State St, Unit 1139

20 N State St
ChicagoIL60602
property at 235 W Van Buren St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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235 W Van Buren St

ChicagoIL60607
property at 30 W Huron St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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30 W Huron St, Unit 02606

30 W Huron St
ChicagoIL60654

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property at 360 W Illinois St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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360 W Illinois St

ChicagoIL60654
property at 400 E Randolph St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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400 E Randolph St, Unit 3022

400 E Randolph St
ChicagoIL60601
property at 20 N State St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

20 N State St, Unit 912

20 N State St
ChicagoIL60602
property at 130 N Garland Ct

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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130 N Garland Ct

ChicagoIL60602
property at 70 W Huron St

$2,210

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$2,210

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$2,210

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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70 W Huron St

ChicagoIL60654

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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 Axis Apartments and Lofts priced from $1,870. MDA Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable Chicago Loop apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Axis Apartments and LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,870
MDA ApartmentsS2N - ModernStudio,1BA$1,925
Marina CityFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$2,000
ELEVEN THIRTYTier 6/12 (Studio)Studio,1BA$2,009
330 S. Wells St02 Tier StudioStudio,1BA$2,020
The Grand CentralS2Studio,1BA$2,047
Astoria TowerStudio 08AStudio,1BA$2,079
Hugo River NorthStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
777 South StateOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,110
320 N. MichiganStudioStudio,1BA$2,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chicago Loop, IL

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chicago Loop area is the $2.11 price per square foot Two Bedroom 1324 sq ft Model at 440 N. Wabash Ave. in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Chicago Loop apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 10 E. Ontario St. starting at $3,600 with a $2.88 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
440 N. Wabash Ave.Two Bedroom 1324 sq ft2BR,2BA$2.11
10 E. Ontario St.2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.88
731 Plymouth by 3L Living3 Bedroom East3BR,1.5BA$2.88
The 808 ClevelandD5 | leasing per bedroom4BR,3BA$1.53
607 N Wells St607 N Wells St1BR,1BA$2.88
750 N. Rush1-BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.06
211 E Ohio St, Unit 2719211 E Ohio St1BR,1BA$2.71
Asbury PlazaDeluxe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.82
545 N Dearborn St, Unit 2201B545 N Dearborn St1BR,1BA$3.08
777 South StateOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.82

Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Loop

What type of rentals are currently available in Chicago Loop?

There are currently 332 Apartments for Rent in Chicago Loop, IL with pricing that ranges from $924 to $48,409. There are also 519 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chicago Loop ranging from $1,650 to $22,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chicago Loop?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chicago Loop ranges from $1,650 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,726.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chicago Loop?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chicago Loop range from $989 to $38,481, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $22,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $924.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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