Little Italy

Chicago, IL

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Little Italy - Chicago, IL

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A blend of Chicago and Italian history

Historic Charming Close-Knit Walkable Diverse

Little Italy is home to the University of Illinois at Chicago and is consequently also known as University Village. Therefore, if you’re a college student looking to rent, Little Italy is perfect for you. This neighborhood also borders the Illinois Medical District, making it a popular choice for healthcare employees as well as university students, faculty, and staff.

A bevy of restaurants, shops, bars, and cafes line West Taylor Street in Little Italy. Some of the neighborhood’s main attractions include the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame and the historic statue of Christopher Columbus. Situated just two miles west of Downtown Chicago, Little Italy gives renters easy commutes via I-90, I-290, and the Blue Line.

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A view of the skyline from a neighborhood park

A community garden during the spring in Little Italy

Shady street in Little Italy

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Little Italy is $1,747 for a studio, $2,172 for one bedroom, $2,497 for two bedrooms, and $2,398 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Little Italy has increased by 8.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 517 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,747/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 705 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,172/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 939 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,497/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 900 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,398/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

92

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

70

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

93

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Douglas Park and Community Center
  • Alliance for the Great Lakes
  • Openlands
  • Women's Park and Gardens
  • Millennium Park

Airports

  • Chicago Midway International
  • Chicago O'Hare International

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Living in Little Italy

Cost

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Renters living in Little Italy pay an average of $2,720/month to rent an apartment, compared to the city average of $2,215. City dwellers exploring houses for rent throughout the Little Italy can expect to pay around $1,727 per month. For those looking to buy, the average house is valued at $329,000, compared to the city average of $262,866.

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