Loft Style Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $2,700 (56 Rentals)
Apartments in Chicago with high ceilings and cool urban vibes.

River West Lofts

Covington - 4600 N Clarendon Ave

Lawrence Lofts

1401 S. State

Lofts At River East

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

731 Plymouth by 3L Living

Aberdeen East

Roosevelt Collection Lofts
What Exactly Is a Loft Style Apartment?
Apartments come in many varieties. Among these, the so-called ‘Loft Apartment’ usually features higher ceilings, and larger windows, and frequently includes industrial design elements.

The Eagle Building - 3833 N Broadway

Axis Apartments and Lofts

Hollywood Beach

The Draper

525 N Ada St, Unit APT 40

Bishop Street Lofts

3637 N Paulina St, Unit CH2

3752 N Tripp Ave, Unit LL 3752 N Tripp Ave

907 W Madison St, Unit 1021
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2057 W Dickens Ave, Unit #1N

1014 W Grace St, Unit 954F201

4613 N Broadway St, Unit 516

1820 S Bishop St, Unit 2

911 W Dakin St, Unit 1

429 W Roscoe St, Unit 1

936 W Grace St, Unit #E201

2932 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 02
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1023 W Addison St, Unit JR1BD

1027 W Addison St, Unit JR1BD

3035 N Southport Ave, Unit M00B

4820 S Champlain Ave, Unit Apt 3

1220 N La Salle Dr, Unit M02B

3804 N Broadway St, Unit 2N

3914 W Flournoy St, Unit 2

1720 S Clinton St, Unit Coach House

434 W Roscoe St

2242 N Lavergne Ave

4753 S St Lawrence Ave

215 W Lake St

5 N Wabash Ave

6557 S Minerva Ave

720 N Morgan St

500 N Lake Shore Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,070 | $532 | $9,196 |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,272 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,808 | $775 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,458 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,015 | $950 | $6,995 |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,466 | $2,008 | $6,595 |
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Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loft Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Loft apartment in Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Loft Apartment in Chicago is at Hollywood Beach listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a Loft Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Loft Apartment in Chicago is $2,848.
What is the largest Loft Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Loft apartment with the most square footage in Chicago is a 3,125 square feet unit starting from $2,400 at 4820 S Champlain Ave, Unit Apt 3.
What is the average size for Chicago Loft Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Loft rental in Chicago is currently at 961 sq ft.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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