River North Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Downtown neighborhood with art galleries, nightlife, high-rises, and proximity to Magnificent Mile and Loop.
Chicago, ILAvg Rent: $2,575/moWalk Score: 98
Walkability
98
Walk Score
Transit
94
Transit Score
Commute
5-10 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good
Rating
River North Rent Prices
Studio
$1,500
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,000
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,800
per month
3 Bedrooms
$4,000
per month
Rent Trend: Stable
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Urban, nightlife-focused, corporate
Demographics
Young professionals, transplants, party-goers
Best For
Young professionalsNightlife loversCommutersUrban lifestyle
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Upscale steakhouses, trendy restaurants
Nightlife
Very active - clubs, bars, nightclubs
Schools
Limited, not family-focused
Pros & Cons of Living in River North
Pros
- Walkable
- Great transit
- Close to everything
- Active nightlife
Cons
- Expensive
- Noisy
- Bros and bachelorettes
- Lacks neighborhood feel
Parks & Recreation
- Milton Olive Park
- Riverfront
Public Transit
- Red Line
- Brown Line
- Multiple bus lines
Popular Streets
- Hubbard Street
- Erie Street
- State Street
Key Amenities
- Gallery District
- Magnificent Mile nearby
- River walks
- Nightlife
Compare with Other Chicago Neighborhoods
Lincoln Park
2BR Rent:$2,600
Walk Score:94
Upscale, family-friendly, vibrant
Wicker Park
2BR Rent:$2,300
Walk Score:96
Hipster, artistic, trendy
Lakeview
2BR Rent:$2,200
Walk Score:92
Diverse, energetic, young
Logan Square
2BR Rent:$2,000
Walk Score:88
Hip, diverse, up-and-coming
West Loop
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:96
Urban, culinary, modern
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to River North? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.