West Loop

Chicago, IL

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West Loop - Chicago, IL

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Experience the best of Chicago in West Loop

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Chicago’s West Loop has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting areas to eat, drink, and experience the city's best, so it’s no wonder locals are envious of anyone who gets to call this neighborhood home. Where industrial warehouses once stood, swanky high-rise apartments and condos now provide unbeatable views of the river and the city skyline. West Loop's convenient central location puts renters within walking distance of Downtown, Little Italy, and the Medical District. Numerous bus and rail lines passing through make it easy to commute anywhere in the city.

West Loop locals enjoy a mind-boggling selection of restaurants, bars, specialty grocery stores, art galleries, and performance venues. The mix of modern and classical architecture combined with the various public art installations reflects the neighborhood’s unique historic and creative influences, and a distinctive European flair permeates the whole environment. It’s a popular spot for outdoor community events too: Union Park plays host to major music festivals every summer, and the annual Randolph Street Market Festival is a local favorite. While West Loop’s cost of living may be a little higher than surrounding areas, the selection of dining and entertainment options make it worth the price for many renters.

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Brightly colored restaurants line the street

Nighttime traffic in West Loop

West Loop skyscrapers

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in West Loop is $1,974 for a studio, $2,507 for one bedroom, $3,658 for two bedrooms, and $4,990 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Loop has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 516 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,974/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 729 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,507/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,103 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,658/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,452 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $4,990/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

95

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

85

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

91

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.

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Cost

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Renters living in West Loop pay an average of $2,580/month to rent an apartment, compared to the Chicago city average of $2,239. City dwellers exploring houses for rent in West Loop can expect to pay around $3,139/month. For those looking to buy, the average house is valued at $446,000, compared to the city average of $340,000.

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