
Studio Apartments for Rent in the South Loop Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (137 Rentals)


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1000 S Michigan Ave

1200 S Michigan Ave

1407 S Michigan Ave

1407 S Michigan Ave

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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 | $2,181 | $1,597 | $3,915 |
| South Loop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,635 | $1,350 | $7,532 |
| South Loop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,592 | $1,630 | $9,412 |
| South Loop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,479 | $1,780 | $10,000+ |
| South Loop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,396 | $9,149 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 137 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Loop Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Largest Available South Loop Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the South Loop area of Chicago, IL is found at AMLI Lofts and is listed at 695 square feet priced from $2,419. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMLI Lofts | E210 | 695 Sq Ft | $2,419 |
| AMLI 900 | Sporty | 636 Sq Ft | $2,169 |
| The Elle Apartments | 616 | 616 Sq Ft | $2,164 |
| 777 South State | Convertible Studio | 610 Sq Ft | $1,755 |
| The Grand Central | GraE.S34 | 602 Sq Ft | $2,248 |
| Straits Row | T2 | 594 Sq Ft | $2,289 |
| NEMA Chicago | S-C | 583 Sq Ft | $2,525 |
| Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave | Studio 1ba 03 | 575 Sq Ft | $1,597 |
| Sentral Michigan Avenue | S5 | 570 Sq Ft | $2,420 |
Cheapest Available South Loop Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit South Loop of Chicago, IL is the Studio 1ba 03 Model starting from $1,597 at Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave. The average price for all Studio apartments in South Loop is currently $2,181. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave | Studio 1ba 03 | $1,597 |
| 2101 Michigan | Studio | $1,744 |
| 777 South State | Convertible Studio | $1,755 |
| Eleven40 | S3 | $1,782 |
| ELEVEN THIRTY | Tier 6/12 (Studio) | $1,871 |
| AMLI 900 | Classic | $1,879 |
| 1407 on Michigan | S5 | $1,895 |
| The Grand Central | GraW.S1 | $1,950 |
| The Elle Apartments | 540 | $1,995 |
| Astoria Tower | Studio 07B | $1,999 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including South Loop, Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the South Loop Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
86 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio South Loop Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Loop with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in South Loop is at Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave listed at $1,597.
How much is the average rent for a Studio South Loop Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in South Loop is $2,181.
What is the largest available Studio South Loop Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Loop is a 695 square feet unit starting from $2,419 at AMLI Lofts.
What is the average size for South Loop Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in South Loop is currently 595 sq ft.
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