Spoke
728 N Morgan St,
Chicago, IL 60642
$2,405 - $4,534 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 3 Beds
River West
Chicago, IL
River West - Chicago, IL Area Guide
A sleepy Chicago neighborhood on the rise near the West Loop
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Affordable
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Up-and-Coming
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Keep your eyes fixed on River West, an expansive neighborhood that’s quickly becoming a hotspot for Chicago renters. The area is situated just west of the Chicago River and bounded by the Kennedy Expressway to the north and south, and Chicago Avenue to the north. There has been a surge of revitalization and renovation efforts in this charming Windy City locale. Classic Chicago style can be found in River West’s mid-rise brick buildings, apartments, and brownstone-style townhomes. There’s a burgeoning restaurant scene on the western side of the neighborhood near the expressway, complete with craft cocktail lounges and nightlife options for those who like to experience the city after dark.
Renters love River West because of its relatively quiet atmosphere. The biggest draw, however, is the area’s ease of accessibility in relation to the rest of Chicago. The Blue Line will carry you into the southwest portion of the city or out to Chicago O’Hare International. The expressway makes short work of a commute for those with cars too, and the area is extremely bike-friendly.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in River West is $2,143 for a studio, $2,730 for one bedroom, $3,663 for two bedrooms, and $5,296 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in River West has increased by 4.4% in the past year.
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Studio
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509 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,143/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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727 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,730/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,054 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,663/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,472 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$5,296/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly River West - Chicago, IL is for everyday living.
Walker's Paradise
93
/ 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
75
/ 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
94
/ 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lake Shore Park
- Oz Park
- Alliance for the Great Lakes
- Openlands
- Lincoln Park Zoo
Military Bases
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
- Chicago O'Hare International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.