Studio Apartments for Rent in the River West Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (164 Rentals)

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River West, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Largest Available River West Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the River West area of Chicago, IL is found at Lake and Wells and is listed at 874 square feet priced from $2,627. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lake and WellsC1 - 1103 & 1105874 Sq Ft$2,627
The Gallery on WellsJunior One Bedroom (758 sf)758 Sq Ft$3,096
Cobbler Square LoftsFS19726 Sq Ft$2,101
215 West Apartmentsconvertible / 1 bath (T09)662 Sq Ft$2,232
Union WestC03640 Sq Ft$2,895
FloraStudio - G632 Sq Ft$2,844
868 N. WellsS2b598 Sq Ft$2,674
Wolf Point EastSC3598 Sq Ft$2,874
Eight O FiveStudio2584 Sq Ft$2,427
871 N FranklinS8552 Sq Ft$2,468

Cheapest Available River West Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit River West of Chicago, IL is the C05 Model starting from $1,065 at 920 N Wells. The average price for all Studio apartments in River West is currently $2,608. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
920 N WellsC05$1,065
Elm 551 at ParksideStudio$1,313
1100 North LasalleStudio$1,390
SoNu DigsSX1.6$1,445
1522 N La Salle DrStudio$1,600
1000 N. LaSalleStudio$1,769
1120 N. LaSalleStudio$1,798
Lake and WellsS2$1,805
Century TowerStudio 04$1,805

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
River West, Chicago, IL

Ranked #9

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the River West Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio River West Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in River West with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in River West is at 920 N Wells listed at $1,065.

How much is the average rent for a Studio River West Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in River West is $2,608.

What is the largest available Studio River West Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in River West is a 874 square feet unit starting from $2,627 at Lake and Wells.

What is the average size for River West Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in River West is currently 538 sq ft.

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