$2,511 – $6,267/mo

Studio–3 bedrooms
1–2 baths
544–1,417 sq ft
18 units available

234 W Polk St, Chicago, IL 60607

As of November 2, 2026, The Reed in Chicago, IL has 18 apartments for rent from $2,511 to $6,267/mo. Studios start at $2,511, one-bedrooms at $2,765, two-bedrooms at $4,013, and three-bedrooms at $6,267. The average asking rent has risen 42.6% since April 8, 2026, from $2,366 to $3,373.

Floor plans

The Reed has 18 units available across 14 floor plans: 3 studio layouts (544–570 sq ft), 7 one-bedroom layouts (701–875 sq ft), 3 two-bedroom layouts (1,001–1,139 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,417 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

Studio-S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 544 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,511/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1315	$2,511	544	Nov 1

Convertible Studio-C1-A

Studio • 1 Bath • 554 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,526/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1503	$2,526	554	Dec 25

Convertible Studio-C2

Studio • 1 Bath • 570 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,541/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2105	$2,601	570	Nov 1
1505	$2,541	570	Dec 4

1 Bed/1 Bath-1C-B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 715 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,765/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2009	$2,850	715	Nov 30
1409	$2,765	715	Jan 5

1 Bed/1 Bath-1D

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 718 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,815/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1807	$2,815	718	Nov 1

1 Bed/1 Bath-1A-2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 701 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,840/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1610	$2,840	701	Nov 6

1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 731 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,980/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2106	$2,980	731	Nov 1

1 Bed/1 Bath-1F-2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 861 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,215/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1208	$3,215	861	Dec 7
1408	$3,235	861	Mar 7

1 Bed/1 Bath-1F-1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 858 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,255/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2108	$3,255	858	Mar 7

1 Bed/1 Bath-1G

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 875 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,620/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2002	$3,620	875	Nov 1

2 Bed/2 Bath-2A-1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,001 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,013/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1011	$4,013	1,001	Nov 5
1111	$4,023	1,001	Dec 7

2 Bed/2 Bath-2A-2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,001 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,062/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2111	$4,062	1,001	Nov 1

2 Bed/2 Bath-2C

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,139 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,067/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
0913	$4,067	1,139	Nov 1

3 Bed/2 Bath-3A-2

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,417 Sq Ft

Starting at $6,267/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1801	$6,267	1,417	Nov 1

See all 62 units listed at The Reed, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At The Reed, a studio starts at about $2,783 a month all-in: $2,511 rent and an estimated $272 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $3,054, a two-bedroom at about $4,381, and a three-bedroom at about $6,739.

All-in from$2,783/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 Reed takes about $90,396 a year for a studio, $99,540 for a one-bedroom, $144,468 for a two-bedroom, and $225,612 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $2,783 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $132,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,783/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$132,800/yr

Income to qualify

$90,396/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Reed has ranged from $2,366 to $4,467. The current average is $3,373, up $1,007 (42.6%) from $2,366 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (180 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

Rent
$2,511 – $6,267/mo
Earliest move-in
Jan 5

Amenities

The Reed has garage or covered parking and a laundry room on site. It lists 26 amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and concierge service.

24 Hour Availability
Additional Storage Available
Bike Storage
Business Center
Clubhouse
Concierge Service
Conference Room
Covered Parking
Door Attendant
Elevator

Fitness Center
Game Room
High-Speed Internet Access
Laundry Facility
Library
Media Room
On-Site Car Sharing Service By Envoy
On-Site Maintenance
Package Service
Parking Garage
Recreation Room
Recycling
Sundeck
Swimming Pool
Walking/Biking Trails
Wi-Fi In Common Areas

Amenity photos

Roof deck
Lobby

Location

234 W Polk St, Chicago, IL 60607

Resident reviews

The Reed has a 4.4 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (5.0) and location (5.0) highest and amenities and shared spaces (4.7) lowest.

4.4 · 100+ reviews

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

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Management4.8

Building Quality4.9

Amenities and Shared Spaces4.7

Maintenance5.0

Location5.0

Overall91 reviews

The Reed offers an exceptional living experience highlighted by outstanding staff professionalism, immaculate building maintenance, and thoughtfully designed amenities in a prime riverfront location. Residents consistently praise the responsive maintenance team, welcoming front desk and concierge staff, and well-organized community events that foster a strong sense of belonging. While the majority of residents report highly positive experiences, a small number have raised concerns about policy enforcement, noise from neighboring units, and occasional service inconsistencies.

Management and staff at this property are consistently praised for responsiveness, friendliness, and professionalism across leasing, front desk, maintenance, and housekeeping teams. Residents report quick resolution of maintenance requests, welcoming communication during the leasing process, and attentive daily service. Two isolated negative experiences noted issues with individual staff interactions and policy enforcement, but these represent a small minority among overwhelmingly positive feedback.

Residents consistently praise the building's physical condition, cleanliness, and maintenance responsiveness. The property is well-maintained with modern finishes, secure access, and reliable same-day repair service. One resident noted thin unit walls allowing sound transfer from neighbors, though this appears location-dependent rather than a widespread structural issue.

Residents consistently praise the property's resort-style amenities, including a modern gym, lounges, and well-maintained shared spaces that are kept clean and rarely feel overused. Management and staff are noted as responsive, friendly, and attentive, with organized community events and activities. Package handling and assigned parking are reliable conveniences. One area for improvement is the lack of clear instructions for operating certain amenity features, such as media room and fitness studio screens.

The maintenance team consistently delivers quick, professional repairs with same-day service on work orders. Residents report high-quality troubleshooting and follow-through on appliance repairs, HVAC, plumbing, and general maintenance issues. The team is noted for friendly, responsive communication and reliable service across the property.

The Reed offers an excellent location in South Loop with convenient walking access to restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, while maintaining proximity to major expressways for commuting. Residents consistently praise the neighborhood's balance of urban convenience and peaceful living, with assigned parking spaces that alleviate parking concerns. The location is frequently cited as a key reason residents recommend the property.

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 Reed is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade A+
Transit: Excellent; Grade A+
Biking: Very bikeable; Grade B+

About this property

The Reed apartments are warm and welcoming, inspired by Chicago's rich industrial history. Featuring modern finishes, impressive views through floor-to-ceiling windows, and thoughtful floor plans, every luxury apartment offers an incredible experience where city meets river. The Reed offers studio to 3-bedroom apartment homes with access to over 25,000 square feet of amenities including, an outdoor pool, fitness club, media room and 24-hour front desk services. Created by Lendlease. Schedule a tour to learn more.

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Reed is It Takes A Vlge Dc-River City, a private elementary school less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Galileo Scholastic Academy of Math & Science, 1 mile away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
It Takes A Vlge Dc-River City Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.1 mi
It Takes A Village at River City Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.1 mi
Blocks Inf/Tdlr Child Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.1 mi
Child Care Learning Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.3 mi
Bgcc Ida Mae Fletcher Family Life Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
Uic Childrens Center I Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.7 mi
Sonnets Academy Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.9 mi
Galileo Scholastic Academy of Math & Science Public · Middle	Public	Middle	1.0 mi
Hull House Early Childhood Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.0 mi
Haymarket Center Day Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.1 mi