Printer's Row occupies a specific niche in Chicago's downtown rental market: it's quieter than River North, closer to the Loop than South Loop, and substantially less expensive than Streeterville — while remaining walkable to everything that makes downtown Chicago worth living in. For a full comparison across downtown neighborhoods, see the Best Apartments in Chicago guide.
The neighborhood's character runs through the buildings. The building stock is predominantly modern construction — Burnham Pointe, Imprint, AMLI Lofts, and AMLI 900 represent what Printer's Row actually delivers today, not the historic loft narrative the neighborhood is sometimes sold on. The riverfront buildings at the southern edge add a newer layer of trophy-tier inventory that has raised the ceiling on what's available at this price point.
Printer's Row Rent Prices
| Unit Type | Starting | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,700 | $2,000–$2,200 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,200 | $2,500–$3,200 |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,200 | $3,500–$4,800 |
| 3 Bedroom | $4,500 | $5,000–$6,500 |
Rent data sourced from RentCafe/Yardi Matrix and Apartments.com for the Printer's Row and adjacent South Loop neighborhoods as of early 2026. For a full breakdown by unit type, see Average Rent in Printer's Row Chicago.
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What Makes Printer's Row Distinctive
Printer's Row is roughly 10 blocks long and a few blocks wide, bounded by Congress Parkway to the north and Roosevelt Road to the south. That compressed footprint means everything is walkable — the Harrison Red Line stop, multiple Metra lines, Grant Park, and the Loop are all within a 10-minute walk from the neighborhood's center. The building stock is predominantly modern construction. The historic loft narrative is the exception, not the rule — most renters find contemporary high-rises with full amenity stacks, not exposed brick warehouses.
Printer's Row vs South Loop
Printer's Row sits north of Roosevelt Road and carries a quieter, more Loop-adjacent character. South Loop refers to the broader area south of Congress, with newer high-rise development and direct proximity to the Museum Campus. Several buildings on this list — The Cooper, The Reed, Grand Central, and The Elle — sit at the Printer's Row border and serve renters who want proximity to this neighborhood with riverfront or park access. For a direct comparison of both neighborhoods, see the South Loop vs Printer's Row guide.
Transit From Printer's Row
The Harrison Red Line stop at State and Harrison is the neighborhood's primary CTA station, putting the Loop two stops north. The LaSalle Blue Line is a short walk west. Multiple Metra lines operate from nearby stations, and both Union Station and Ogilvie Transportation Center are walkable from the neighborhood's western edge — a Metra connection that comparable neighborhoods to the north can't match.
Frequently Asked Questions About Printer's Row Apartments
What is the average rent in Printer's Row Chicago
Studios start around $1,700 and average $2,000–$2,200. One-bedrooms start at $2,200 and average $2,500–$3,200. Two-bedrooms start at $3,200 and average $3,500–$4,800. Printer's Row pricing runs meaningfully below River North and Streeterville for comparable downtown access. See Average Rent in Printer's Row Chicago for the full breakdown.
What is the best building in Printer's Row
Burnham Pointe is the strongest confirmed Printer's Row building at the trophy tier — dog park, EV charging, den layouts, balconies, and in-unit laundry at pricing that beats comparable River North buildings significantly. For the widest amenity stack including pool, spa, and movie theatre, The Reed and Grand Central at the South Loop border are the strongest options near the neighborhood.
Which Printer's Row buildings have a pool
AMLI Lofts and The Elle are the value-tier buildings with confirmed pools. The Reed, The Cooper, Grand Central, and Burnham Pointe cover the trophy tier — though Burnham Pointe does not have a pool. AMLI 900 and Imprint do not have pools. If a pool is a hard requirement at the value tier, AMLI Lofts is the building to start with.
Are The Cooper and The Reed in Printer's Row
The Cooper and The Reed are part of the Southbank development on the South Branch of the Chicago River — directly at the Printer's Row border. Renters who want the full riverfront experience at Southbank will find both buildings within the same walking distance of Printer's Row's core as confirmed neighborhood buildings. The South Loop vs Printer's Row guide breaks down the distinction in full.
Is Printer's Row good for Metra commuters
Printer's Row is one of the best downtown neighborhoods for Metra access. Both Union Station and Ogilvie Transportation Center are walkable from the neighborhood's western edge, covering the BNSF, UP-N, UP-W, Rock Island, and Metra Electric lines. No other comparable downtown neighborhood puts that many Metra connections within walking distance.
What parking costs in Printer's Row
Parking is not included in base rent at any building on this list. Monthly rates range from approximately $200 at value buildings to $300+ at trophy buildings. EV charging is confirmed at Burnham Pointe, AMLI Lofts, AMLI 900, Grand Central, The Elle, and The Reed.
Working with a locator in Printer's Row
Every building on this list pays referral fees to licensed apartment locators — meaning renters who work with Dibze pay nothing. We track live availability and current concessions across all Printer's Row buildings simultaneously and can schedule same-day tours at any of them.
How to Choose the Right Printer's Row Building
For Printer's Row's best confirmed building with den layouts, EV charging, and balconies: Burnham Pointe. For riverfront access with a pool, spa, and movie theatre: The Reed. For the strongest Metra commuter position with pool and spa: Grand Central. For a riverfront trophy building at the border: The Cooper. For value tier with a pool and dog park: AMLI Lofts. For den layouts and balconies at value pricing: AMLI 900. For the newest Printer's Row building with in-unit laundry and dog park: Imprint. For value tier with pool, dog park, spa, and EV charging near the border: The Elle.
Dibze works with all major buildings in Printer's Row at no cost to renters. We can pull live availability across every building on this list, match units to your move date and budget, and have tours on the calendar the same day.
Related Printer's Row Guides
- Average Rent in Printer's Row Chicago — current rent ranges by unit type with market context
- Living in Printer's Row Chicago — lifestyle, walkability, dining, and commute breakdown
- South Loop vs Printer's Row — side-by-side neighborhood comparison
- The Loop vs Printer's Row — commuter neighborhood comparison
- Best Apartments in Chicago — all nine neighborhoods compared
- Browse live Printer's Row availability — current inventory with real-time pricing
