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The Elle Apartments – Pool

The Elle Apartments

$2,073 – $4,166/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 466–1,305 sq ft
  • 50 units available
  • Pet friendly
801 S Financial Pl, Chicago, IL 60605

As of November 2, 2026, The Elle Apartments in Chicago, IL has 50 apartments for rent from $2,073 to $4,166/mo. Studios start at $2,073, one-bedrooms at $2,321, and two-bedrooms at $4,137. The average asking rent has fallen 6.1% since April 16, 2026, from $2,709 to $2,544.


Floor plans

The Elle Apartments has 50 units available across 17 floor plans: 4 studio layouts (466–616 sq ft), 12 one-bedroom layouts (609–879 sq ft), and a two-bedroom layout (1,305 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

466

Studio • 1 Bath • 466 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,073/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2305$2,135466Nov 1
2505$2,161466Nov 1
2205$2,073466Nov 19

540

Studio • 1 Bath • 540 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,138/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3013$2,238540Nov 11
0913$2,138540Dec 23
2013$2,198540Dec 28

543

Studio • 1 Bath • 543 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,144/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0511$2,144543Nov 19
2011$2,204543Jan 22

616

Studio • 1 Bath • 616 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,307/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0610$2,307616Dec 7

609

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 609 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,321/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0404$2,321609Nov 1
1904$2,331609Nov 1
2904$2,396609Nov 2
2304$2,346609Dec 7

638

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 638 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,335/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0915$2,335638Nov 1
1015$2,335638Nov 6
2915$2,435638Nov 17
2515$2,435638Dec 2
0515$2,335638Jan 7

691

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 691 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,426/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1003$2,426691Nov 1
2703$2,526691Nov 1
0403$2,476691Jan 7

719

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 719 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,498/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2712$2,628719Nov 4
0712$2,498719Nov 30

724

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 724 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,507/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0814$2,507724Nov 21
1514$2,507724Dec 7
2814$2,632724Dec 8
2014$2,567724Feb 23

742

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 742 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,513/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0907$2,513742Nov 1
1407$2,513742Nov 1
2407$2,593742Dec 13
2107$2,588742Jan 31

775

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 775 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,654/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1109$2,654775Nov 7
2209$2,729775Nov 8
1909$2,714775Dec 7
2509$2,754775Dec 23

835

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 835 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,696/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2106$2,771835Nov 1
2306$2,771835Nov 1
0506$2,696835Dec 3
0406$2,746835Dec 4

731

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 731 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,734/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3210$2,734731Nov 2
3310$2,744731Nov 7

879

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 879 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,856/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0601$2,856879Nov 1
1001$2,856879Nov 1
0701$2,875879Nov 1
2301$2,906879Nov 2
2101$2,921879Dec 2

867

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 867 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,861/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1108$2,861867Nov 1

840

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 840 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,865/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2402$2,865840Dec 7

1305

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,305 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,137/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1216$4,1371,305Oct 30
0516$4,1661,305Nov 1

See all 165 units listed at The Elle Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Elle Apartments, a studio starts at about $2,345 a month all-in: $2,073 rent and an estimated $272 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,610 and a two-bedroom at about $4,505.

All-in from$2,345/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Elle Apartments takes about $74,628 a year for a studio, $83,556 for a one-bedroom, and $148,932 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,345 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $109,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,345/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$109,500/yr

Income to qualify

$74,628/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Elle Apartments has ranged from $2,518 to $3,147. The current average is $2,544, down $164 (6.1%) from $2,709 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (165 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Elle Apartments, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $2,073 – $4,166/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 7

Amenities

The Elle Apartments is pet friendly. It lists 19 amenities, including laundry and dry cleaning service, state-of-the-art fitness center, and ev charging stations.

  • Adjacent To Roosevelt Collection Shopping Center

  • Business Center

  • Ev Charging Stations

  • Expansive Outdoor Lawn And Bocce Court

  • Game Room

  • Green Living (Green Globes Certified)

  • High-Speed Wifi Available Throughout Common Areas

  • Laundry And Dry Cleaning Service

  • Modern Coworking Hub With Smart Conference Rooms

  • Movie Theater

  • Outdoor Deck Lounge With Gas Grills And Fire Pit

  • Pet-Friendly (Restrictions Apply)

  • Resort-Style Pool & Spa With Cabanas

  • Short Walk To The Loop

  • State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center

  • Sweeping Skyline And Lake Michigan Views

  • Transit-Oriented Location (100 Transit Score)

  • Two Outdoor Pet Parks And Interior Pet Spa

  • Yoga & Flex Studio


Amenity photos

  • Pool
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  • Roof deck
  • Game room
  • Work space

Location

801 S Financial Pl, Chicago, IL 60605


Resident reviews

Residents of The Elle Apartments rate location (4.0) and building quality (3.0) highest and maintenance (2.8) lowest.

2.5 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.9
Management2.9
Building Quality3.0
Location4.0
Maintenance2.8
Overall100 reviews

The Elle offers a beautiful building with modern finishes and convenient South Loop location, but resident experiences are sharply divided. While front desk and maintenance staff consistently receive praise, management communication and responsiveness have become major pain points, with recurring complaints about unresolved amenity issues (particularly pool closures), disorganized package handling, and lack of accountability. Recent management changes appear to have significantly impacted resident satisfaction, with long-term residents noting a decline in service quality and transparency.

The property offers attractive amenities and spacious units with generally responsive maintenance and friendly front desk staff. However, significant operational challenges have emerged under recent management, including persistent package room disorganization, extended pool closures during summer months, parking delays, and communication breakdowns. Residents report unresolved issues with amenity maintenance, enforcement of building policies, and management responsiveness to concerns.

Management responsiveness and communication have significantly declined since a recent ownership change, with residents reporting difficulty reaching the leasing office via phone or email and receiving vague or inaccurate information during the leasing process. While front desk and maintenance staff consistently receive praise for friendliness and reliability, the leasing office has become a major pain point, with some residents noting improved service only after escalating concerns in person or to specific staff members. A few individual leasing staff members are highlighted as exceptions for their attentiveness and care, but overall management communication and policy enforcement remain inconsistent.

The building features well-maintained apartments with quality finishes and responsive maintenance service. However, residents report significant concerns about noise insulation (thin walls), package room disorganization, and management responsiveness. Recent management changes have coincided with complaints about amenity maintenance, enforcement of building policies, and communication gaps.

The property benefits from a highly convenient location near downtown, parks, public transit, and nearby stores, with most residents praising walkability and neighborhood access. However, parking availability has emerged as a significant concern, with some residents reporting multi-month delays in receiving assigned spots. Additional operational challenges include package room disorganization and inconsistent management communication, though maintenance staff and front desk concierge are consistently noted as responsive and helpful.

Maintenance response is consistently fast and reliable, with staff praised for quick turnaround on work orders and repairs. However, management communication has declined significantly, with residents reporting difficulty reaching staff via email and requiring in-person visits to resolve issues. Amenity maintenance has improved under new management, including pool heating and hot tub repairs, though some residents report ongoing challenges with amenity enforcement and operational delays.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

The Elle Apartments is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Excellent
Grade A+
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade A

About this property

The Elle Apartments is the definition of urban luxury. At first glance, it’s all about our location right next to Grant Park and Soldier Field, where these South Loop apartments offer a living experience that’s second to none. Look closer at our vibrant community and you’ll discover a collection of top-tier amenities, from a modern coworking hub and a multi-screen theater to an expansive outdoor lawn. And the most exciting of it all? Sweeping skyline and Lake Michigan views are a given. Seeing Chicago’s finest spots from above is special – but imagine living in a walker’s paradise, with downtown, the Art Institute, and Roosevelt Collection Shops at your fingertips. Since our neighborhood has a perfect transit score, commutes are swift. The Chicago Trading Company and Sterling Trading Tech are on the same street, while UI Health and the University of Chicago are a short ride from the nearby LaSalle Station. Experience the best of South Loop, Chicago – join our apartments today!


Nearby schools

The closest school to The Elle Apartments is British International School of Chicago, South Loop, a private high school 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Jones College Prep High School, 0.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

British International School of Chicago, South Loop

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.2 mi

South Loop Montessori School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

South Loop Montessori School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

YMCA Bowen Family Dev Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Jones College Prep High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.3 mi

Renaissance Preparatory School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.3 mi

Renaissance Prep School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.3 mi

Child's Space Early Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Corporate Child Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Urban Prep West Charter School

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.5 mi

Contact & management

The Elle Apartments is managed by Waterton.


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