Quick answer
For one-bedrooms, Streeterville starts lower — from $2,050 across 9 buildings, versus $2,479 in River North. Average one-bedroom rent: $3,039 in River North, $2,989 in Streeterville. Studios start at $1,329 in River North and $1,930 in Streeterville. River North lists 311 homes in 23 buildings on IQ Realtors; Streeterville lists 143 in 9.
How we get these numbers
Gathered: every figure on this page comes from IQ Realtors's own rental database of real, currently listed homes in professionally managed Chicago buildings — the same verified data behind our search.
Verified: rents, availability and move-in specials are checked against each building's official leasing sources. Fees are published only where a verified fee sheet is on file — and where one is not, the page says so instead of guessing.
Fresh: this page was generated November 13, 2026 from that data, and pages are rebuilt as the underlying rents and specials change — the generation date is the freshness stamp.
River North and Streeterville sit side by side in Chicago, and renters cross-shop them constantly. This page compares the two areas on the same verified data — every figure below is aggregated from real listed homes on IQ Realtors, not teaser ranges.
Rents by home type — River North vs Streeterville
| Home type | Buildings | Homes | From | Rent range | Average rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River North | |||||
| Studios | 15 | 71 | $1,329 | $1,329–$3,535 | $2,526 |
| Convertibles | 8 | 20 | $2,050 | $2,050–$3,922 | $2,820 |
| One-bedrooms | 19 | 142 | $2,479 | $2,479–$5,249 | $3,039 |
| Two-bedrooms | 16 | 59 | $3,306 | $3,306–$6,045 | $4,505 |
| Three-bedrooms | 2 | 3 | $8,769 | $8,769–$10,000 | $9,423 |
| Penthouses | 3 | 7 | $7,289 | $7,289–$11,992 | $8,583 |
| Streeterville | |||||
| Studios | 5 | 30 | $1,930 | $1,930–$3,125 | $2,431 |
| Convertibles | 4 | 22 | $1,995 | $1,995–$3,359 | $2,436 |
| One-bedrooms | 9 | 40 | $2,050 | $2,050–$4,235 | $2,989 |
| Two-bedrooms | 9 | 42 | $3,555 | $3,555–$6,800 | $5,369 |
| Three-bedrooms | 1 | 5 | $7,320 | $7,320–$8,350 | $7,688 |
| Penthouses | 1 | 4 | $5,484 | $5,484–$6,799 | $5,970 |
Selection & specials
| River North | Streeterville | |
|---|---|---|
| Buildings with listed homes | 23 | 9 |
| Homes listed | 311 | 143 |
| Available now | 205 | 128 |
| Buildings running a current special | 9 | 2 |
Most-listed buildings in River North: One Superior Place Wolf Point East 369 Grand
Most-listed buildings in Streeterville: Axis The Streeter Atwater
Frequently asked questions
Is River North or Streeterville cheaper for a one-bedroom?
One-bedrooms start at $2,479 in River North (average $3,039 across 142 homes) and $2,050 in Streeterville (average $2,989 across 40 homes), so Streeterville has the lower entry price; the averages say Streeterville runs lower overall.
Is River North or Streeterville cheaper for a studio?
Studios start at $1,329 in River North (average $2,526) and $1,930 in Streeterville (average $2,431); River North starts lower.
Is River North or Streeterville cheaper for a two-bedroom?
Two-bedrooms start at $3,306 in River North (average $4,505) and $3,555 in Streeterville (average $5,369); River North starts lower.
Which has more apartments, River North or Streeterville?
River North lists 311 homes across 23 buildings on IQ Realtors, with 205 available now. Streeterville lists 143 homes across 9 buildings, with 128 available now.
Which neighborhood has more move-in specials, River North or Streeterville?
9 buildings in River North and 2 in Streeterville are running a current special on IQ Realtors. The live roundup is on the Chicago apartment specials page.
Should I rent in River North or Streeterville?
On the verified numbers: one-bedrooms average $3,039 in River North versus $2,989 in Streeterville; River North lists 311 homes and Streeterville lists 143. Renters cross-shop the two because they are neighboring areas — the deciding factors are usually the specific buildings, so compare the most-listed buildings in each above and check current specials before touring.
Search homes in River North and Streeterville side by side — and ask Mica, our AI concierge, which fits your budget and move date.
Search all homes on IQ Realtors → More answersFigures on this page come from IQ Realtors's verified rental data, checked against buildings' official leasing sources. Page generated November 13, 2026. Rents, specials and availability change — confirm current pricing on IQ Realtors before you apply.