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River North Luxury Apartments

A vibrant community of fine arts galleries and Chicago’s highest concentration of award-winning restaurants and trendy cocktail lounges

Living in River North

This chic, vibrant cultural hub is filled with art galleries, antique stores and lively restaurants. If you’re looking to move to this lively area, let us connect you to the best apartments for rent in River North. Come make your home in the neighborhood known for its popular bars, restaurants, design district and the Merchandise Mart.

One of the best features of our luxury apartments in River North is the location. Just across the Chicago River from the Loop, River North is an urban neighborhood where you’ll find a well-established center for the art community brimming with galleries, production companies, photography studios and interior design businesses — as well as some of Chicago’s most famous architecture. You won’t find too many single-family homes in River North; towering skyscrapers and mid-rise apartment buildings make up the vast majority of River North real estate.

Among our available River North luxury apartments, penthouse rentals are always in high demand for their incredible views and ample balconies. A luxury penthouse can also offer you incomparable special features, too, including high-end finishes, enhanced privacy and special building privileges such as access to the rooftop lounge. Picture yourself living among designer light fixtures, upgraded appliances and impeccable spa-quality bathrooms, all with the peace and quiet that comes from being on the top floor.

Interested in exploring luxury apartments in River North, Chicago? Speak to a leasing agent today! We are happy to help find your dream River North apartment.

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Modern open-concept kitchen and living room with exposed brick wall, wooden ceiling beams, light wood floors, and contemporary furniture.
River North $2100+
Property #266 0-2 Bed | 1-1 Bath
Modern open-concept apartment with a kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a living area with a gray sofa and abstract art, and a dining table with black chairs.
River North $2250+
Property #240 0-4 Bed | 1-4 Bath
Modern open-plan living room and kitchen with a gray sofa, blue rug, wall art, and stainless steel appliances. A large island with bar stools is centered under two pendant lights.
River North $2085+
Property #219 0-2 Bed | 1-2 Bath
Now renting a Luxury 1 Bedroom for rent in the River North neighborhood. Rent at Amli 808 Apartments.
River North $1945+
Property #212 0-2 Bed | 1-1 Bath
Modern dining and living area with a dark table, light chairs, and a couch. Large windows offer a cityscape view. A minimalist light fixture and a small media console are present.
River North $2668+
Property #205 0-3 Bed | 1-2.5 Bath
Modern living room with a beige sofa, glass coffee table, and purple armchair. Large windows provide a city view. A dining area to the left features a table with chairs.
River North $2319+
Property #207 0-3 Bed | 1-2 Bath
Modern high-rise apartment interior with dining area, light wood flooring, and large windows showcasing a cityscape view with cranes and skyscrapers.
River North $2755+
Property #187 0-3 Bed | 1-3.5 Bath
Compact kitchen with white cabinets, black appliances including a fridge and stove, a sink, and wooden shelves. Adjacent laundry area with a washing machine. Light wood flooring.
River North $1895+
Property #145 0-1 Bed | 1-1 Bath

Penthouse Listings

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Spacious, empty high-rise apartment with large windows offering a cityscape view. Modern interior features light wood flooring and an open layout.
River North $6895
Property #170 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath
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River North $8500
Property #138-A 3 Bed | 2 Bath
Modern open-plan living and dining area with large windows and city skyline views. Contemporary furniture and decor with neutral tones.
River North $10500
Property #187 3 Bed | 3.5 Bath
Modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wood flooring. The space opens onto a balcony with a cityscape view.
River North $
Property #140-A 3 Bed | 2 Bath
Modern kitchen interior with dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, and an island. Large windows reveal a cityscape view.
River North $
Property #129- B 3 Bed | 2 Bath
Modern kitchen and living area with dark cabinets, island with bar stools, and floor-to-ceiling windows showing a city skyline.
River North $10000
Property #129-A 3 Bed | 3 Bath
Modern bedroom with light gray walls, a large bed with white and gray bedding, two glass nightstands, a metal wall sculpture, a window with dark drapes, and a glass desk with a furry chair.
River North $6585
Property #81-B 2 Bed | 2 Bath
Modern living room with a glass dining table, white cushioned chairs, and a distinctive light fixture. A small bar cart is in the corner, and large windows offer a view outside.
River North $6500
Property #81-A 2 Bed | 2 Bath

Average River North Rent Prices

Average rent in River North varies depending on the building type and age, amenities offered, and interior features.

Studio

$2,100-$3,000

1-Bedroom

$2,600-$3,800

2-Bedroom

$3,700-$5,800

3-Bedroom

$5,600-$8,400+

The Best of Chicago, All in One Neighborhood

Chicago’s most exciting dining, entertainment, and lifestyle destinations are packed into these few walkable blocks, making every day an opportunity to discover something new.

A sunny riverside scene with boats gently floating on the water, tall buildings including a cylindrical one framing the skyline. Nearby, an outdoor dining area with umbrellas invites you to enjoy the vibrant surroundings of River North apartments.

What to Do

  • Stroll on the Riverwalk
  • Workout at the East Bank Club
  • Experience Merchandise Mart including Art on the Mart
  • See a concert at The House of Blues

 Where to Eat

  • Sushi San
  • RPM Restaurants (RPM Steak, RPM Seafood, and RPM Italian)
  • Siena Tavern
  • Mercadito
  • Gilt Bar
  • Bavette’s Bar and Boeuf
  • Avli River North
  • Sunda River North
  • Ema
  • Pizzaria Uno
  • Portillo’s
  • Quartino
  • The Smith
  • Hampton Social
Amidst the bustling street scene, with a red traffic light and Erie St sign guiding the way, river north apartments add a touch of modern flair. A one-way sign and flower planter complement the tree-lined sidewalk, while a delivery truck hums in the background.
Chicago street scene featuring an elevated train, pedestrians crossing below, and tall buildings in the background on a sunny day.

How to Get Around

River North offers convenient access to Interstate 90/94 and the Dan Ryan and Eisenhower Expressways. Public transportation is similarly accessible. The neighborhood is traversed by many CTA lines including Red, Brown and Purple Line L trains. It’s even one of the few places anyone can hail a taxi, even without Uber or Lyft.

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Spend a Weekend in River North

Here’s your itinerary for the weekend.

Friday

  • Architectural Boat Tour
  • Dinner at RPM Seafood
  • Redhead Piano Bar or Hubbard Street to experience the nightlife scene

Saturday

  • Coffee at Blue Bottle Wolf Point
  • Walk along the Riverwalk
  • Dinner at Gilt Bar

Sunday

  • Brunch at Hampton Social
  • Yoga at The Space Between
  • Sauna at Lume Wellness
  • Montgomery Ward Park
A wet city street at dusk, flanked by towering Chicago Loop buildings with lit windows; a prominent, illuminated apartment building stands at the end. Cars are on the road, and streetlights cast a warm glow.
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Modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white island with three gray chairs, exposed brick wall, and a potted plant.
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