SoNo East vs The Ludlow
SoNo East has 20 available apartments from $2,361 (median $3,052). The Ludlow has 13 available apartments from $1,899 (median $2,650). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 26, 2026.
Where they differ
- The Ludlow starts lower, at $1,899 a month against $2,361 at SoNo East.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,899 at The Ludlow and $2,601 at SoNo East, a difference of $702 (27%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,563 at The Ludlow and $3,106 at SoNo East, a difference of $543 (17%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,973 at The Ludlow and $4,945 at SoNo East, a difference of $972 (20%).
- Per square foot, The Ludlow is the better value at $4.26 against $4.30 at SoNo East.
- SoNo East has more choice right now: 20 available apartments against 13 at The Ludlow.
- Only SoNo East lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, doorman or concierge, parking, pets allowed, balconies.
Rent and availability
| SoNo East | The Ludlow | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 20 | 13 |
| Starting rent | $2,361 | $1,899 |
| Median asking rent | $3,052 | $2,650 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.30 | $4.26 |
| Studio | from $2,361 · median $2,601 · 3 available · ~546 sq ft | from $1,899 · median $1,899 · 1 available · ~333 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,791 · median $3,106 · 16 available · ~735 sq ft | from $2,395 · median $2,563 · 6 available · ~594 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,945 · median $4,945 · 1 available · ~1,108 sq ft | from $3,795 · median $3,973 · 4 available · ~992 sq ft |
| 3 bedroom | None available | from $5,195 · median $5,223 · 2 available · ~1,193 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| SoNo East | The Ludlow | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lincoln Park | Lincoln Park |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 20 | 13 |
| Google rating | 4 / 5 (87 reviews) | n/a |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Not listed |
| Pool | Yes | Not listed |
| Fitness center | Yes | Not listed |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Yes | Not listed |
| Parking | Yes | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Not listed |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 38 | 0 |
| Managed by | Greystar |
Getting around
| SoNo East | The Ludlow | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | North/Clybourn (Red), 4 min walk | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | Whole Foods, 3 min walk | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 66 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 30 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 22 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 27 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 29 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 27 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is SoNo East or The Ludlow cheaper?
The Ludlow starts lower, at $1,899 a month against $2,361 at SoNo East. For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,899 at The Ludlow and $2,601 at SoNo East, a difference of $702 (27%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,563 at The Ludlow and $3,106 at SoNo East, a difference of $543 (17%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,973 at The Ludlow and $4,945 at SoNo East, a difference of $972 (20%).
Which has more apartments available, SoNo East or The Ludlow?
As of September 26, 2026, SoNo East has 20 available apartments and The Ludlow has 13 available apartments.
Where do these numbers come from?
Precise Rent reads each building's own published pricing and availability every morning and afternoon. Rent is the listed monthly price before any special, for apartments available right now. Google ratings are as published on Google Maps.