Neighborhood Comparison
Streeterville vs Logan Square
Across the six dimensions below, Logan Square comes out ahead in more categories — but the cheaper or more amenity-rich option may still be the right fit depending on your priorities.
Streeterville
Chicago, IL
An upscale lakefront neighborhood home to Navy Pier, Northwestern Hospital, and the Magnificent Mile. Perfect blend of shopping, dining, and waterfront living.
Full Streeterville guide →Logan Square
Chicago, IL
A hip neighborhood featuring the historic Logan Boulevard mansions, craft breweries, indie music venues, and the 606 Trail. Artistic community with great dining.
Full Logan Square guide →Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Streeterville | Logan Square | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $2,500 | $1,850 | Logan Square |
| Walkability | 7.5 / 10 | 9.2 / 10 | Logan Square |
| Transit Access | 9.9 / 10 | 9.8 / 10 | Tie |
| Amenities | 6.3 / 10 | 9.8 / 10 | Logan Square |
| Average Building Rating | 4.4 ★ | 4.3 ★ | Streeterville |
| Resident Sentiment | 11.17 (345 reviews) | 10.97 (356 reviews) | Tie |
Average Rent: Logan Square averages about $650 less per month — meaningful over a 12-month lease.
Walkability: Logan Square scores higher for daily-essentials walkability — groceries, coffee and dining within a short walk of most buildings.
Transit Access: Streeterville and Logan Square score similarly on transit access.
Amenities: Apartment buildings in Logan Square tend to offer richer amenity packages — rooftops, coworking lounges and full fitness centers are more common.
Average Building Rating: Reviewed buildings in Streeterville average higher resident ratings.
Resident Sentiment: Resident sentiment is comparable in both neighborhoods.
Which Should You Choose?
Budget-conscious renters
Pick Logan Square
Lower average asking rent and stronger value across studio and 1-bedroom inventory.
Browse Logan Square apartments →Car-free professionals
Pick Streeterville
Better transit access shortens daily commutes and reduces reliance on rideshare.
Browse Streeterville apartments →Walkability-first renters
Pick Logan Square
Higher density of groceries, coffee, dining and fitness within a 10-minute walk of most buildings.
Browse Logan Square apartments →Luxury & amenity seekers
Pick Logan Square
Newer construction with richer amenity packages — rooftops, lounges and full fitness centers.
Browse Logan Square apartments →Quality-of-living priority
Pick Streeterville
Higher average resident ratings across reviewed buildings.
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