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Logan Square, Chicago.

Wicker Park’s slightly cheaper, slightly more residential cousin.

A free, sourced guide to renting an apartment in Logan Square, Chicago: walkability, safety, noise, median rent and what residents actually say.

Walkability
91/100
Safety
B
Noise
58dB
Median price
$5,200/m²
A boulevard-lined neighbourhood with the famous eagle monument at the centre, a strong restaurant scene, and a population that’s a mix of long-term Latino residents and newer creative arrivals.
Boulevards Restaurants Affordable Diverse Up-and-coming
What residents say
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Where Wicker Park was 10 years ago.

r/chicago
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Best Sunday brunch radius in the city.

Reddit
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Cheaper, calmer, growing fast.

Expat forum
Pros and cons

What you get

  • Cheaper than Wicker Park
  • Tree-lined boulevards
  • Best new restaurant scene in Chicago

What you give up

  • Gentrification tension is real
  • Blue Line is the only fast transit
  • Some blocks feel rough at night
Best for Young families Foodies Creatives
Logan Square questions, answered
Is Logan Square a good neighborhood to rent an apartment in Chicago?

Logan Square is generally safe, with a Walk Score of 91/100 and median rent around $5,200 per m². It is best suited for young families, foodies, creatives. Wicker Park’s slightly cheaper, slightly more residential cousin.

How much does it cost to rent in Logan Square, Chicago?

Median asking rent in Logan Square is roughly $5,200 per m², which puts it in line with comparable Chicago neighborhoods. Actual prices vary by street, building age and apartment size. Gentrification tension is real. Blue Line is the only fast transit

Is Logan Square a safe neighborhood?

Logan Square is generally safe. Our safety grade is B, based on official USA police data and resident reports. Daytime safety is generally good across most blocks, with localized concerns covered in the full address-level report.

Is Logan Square walkable?

Yes, Logan Square is highly walkable, you can run most errands on foot. Walk Score: 91/100. Average ambient noise: 58 dB.

What is Logan Square known for?

A boulevard-lined neighbourhood with the famous eagle monument at the centre, a strong restaurant scene, and a population that’s a mix of long-term Latino residents and newer creative arrivals. Cheaper than Wicker Park. Tree-lined boulevards. Best new restaurant scene in Chicago

Who is Logan Square best for?

Logan Square is best for young families, foodies, creatives. Wicker Park’s slightly cheaper, slightly more residential cousin.

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