"South Loop's best value rental — good location, decent amenities, fair price."
Ratings Breakdown
Upper Level's exclusive rating for Chicago winter survivability — indoor parking, pedway access, CTA proximity, and wind exposure.
The Rundown
1345 South Wabash is a solid South Loop rental with good amenities and fair pricing. The rooftop pool and lounge are popular. The management is consistent. The location is good for South Loop access — Grant Park and the Museum Campus are close.
The building is from 2015 and is well-maintained. The rents are among the lowest for a building with this amenity package in downtown Chicago.
Who Lives Here
Budget-conscious young professionals who want South Loop living. People who work at the Museum Campus or in the South Loop.
The Neighborhood
South Loop — Grant Park, the Museum Campus, and the lakefront are close.
What You Get
Elevator Experience
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Best Value in South Loop
1345 Wabash offers the best amenity-to-price ratio in the South Loop. If you want a rooftop pool and EV charging at South Loop prices, this is the building.
The Good & The Not-So-Good
Wins
- ✓Best value rental in the South Loop
- ✓Rooftop pool and lounge
- ✓EV charging
- ✓Good transit access
Watch Out
- ✗South Loop still has some rough edges
- ✗No pedway access
The Verdict
1345 South Wabash is the best value rental in the South Loop. Good amenities, fair pricing, and a solid location. A strong choice for budget-conscious South Loop renters.
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