Cheap Homes for Rent in South Loop Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (67 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available South Loop Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Loop area of Chicago, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at 2423 State Street priced from $1,019. Mccormick Coliving has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,108. Here are the most affordable South Loop apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2423 State StreetPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 3 Bath - A4BR,3BA$1,019
Mccormick ColivingPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 3 Bath (D)4BR,3BA$1,108
21st Street Lofts by 3L LivingStudio - CStudio,1BA$1,399
Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan AveStudio 1ba 05Studio,1BA$1,623
2101 MichiganStudioStudio,1BA$1,634
820 Michigan by 3L LivingStudio NorthStudio,1BA$1,694
777 South StateConvertible StudioStudio,1BA$1,705
30 East RooseveltER_1x11BR,1BA$1,850
ELEVEN THIRTYTier 6/12 (Studio)Studio,1BA$1,908

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Loop, IL

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Loop area is the $3.12 price per square foot 800 S Clark St Model at 800 S Clark St, Unit 2 in the in the South Loop neighborhood starting from $3,867. The second greatest value South Loop apartment is the 2 BED 2 BATH LOFT STYLE Model at Carriage House Lofts starting at $2,699 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Near South Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Loop apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
800 S Clark St, Unit 2800 S Clark St2BR,2BA$3.12
Carriage House Lofts2 BED 2 BATH LOFT STYLE2BR,2BA$2.31
1150 S Michigan Ave, Unit 21150 S Michigan Ave2BR,2BA$3.10
1400 WabashT62BR,2BA$3.19
680 S Federal St, Unit Apt 808680 S Federal St1BR,1BA$2.25
1135 S Delano Ct E, Unit W3271135 S Delano Ct E1BR,1BA$3.19
Wells Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A11BR,1BA$3.10
1720 S Clinton St, Unit Coach House1720 S Clinton St1BR,1BA$2.00
777 South StateOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.67
The ShelbyA1BR,1BA$3.14

Frequently Asked Questions about South Loop

What type of rentals are currently available in South Loop?

There are currently 277 Apartments for Rent in South Loop, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $15,980. There are also 236 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Loop ranging from $1,225 to $8,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Loop ranges from $1,225 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,034.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Loop range from $1,899 to $12,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $7,253. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $8,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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