
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Loop Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,590 (6 Rentals)


1935 S Canalport Ave
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Hilliard Towers Family One

239 W 18th St

2001 S State St
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South Loop, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Loop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Loop Studio Apartments | $2,442 | $1,429 | $9,700 |
| South Loop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $1,350 | $9,635 |
| South Loop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,820 | $970 | $10,000+ |
South Loop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,460 | $1,590 | $10,000+ |
| South Loop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $970 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Loop Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Loop?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Loop is under $2,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Loop?
The cheapest apartment in South Loop is 1935 S Canalport Ave which is listed at $1,825, while the average apartment in South Loop costs $6,945.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 31 regular apartments in South 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 South Loop?
Cheap apartments in South Loop have an average cost of $696 which is $6,249 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Loop.
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