10 of the Best Coworking Spaces in Chicago [2021]

BEST FOR CREATIVES

2112 is Chicago’s first business incubator focused on the development of entrepreneurs in music, film/video and creative industry-focused technologies.

Address: 4245 N. Knox Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60641

Perks: Housed in a large industrial warehouse within the 160,000 sq ft B2B creative industry ecosystem of Fort Knox Studios, this one of a kind space was originally a film production studio but is now one of Chicago’s best coworking spaces. Music producers, film editors, graphic designers, lifestyle retail brands, and advertising professionals are just some of the creatives who call 2112 their home.

2112 is owned and managed by a talented and passionate team of creatives who facilitate networking and collaboration through educational programming and weekly events. This space is Chicago’s first incubator focused on the development of entrepreneurs and disruption in music, film, video, and creative technology. For this reason, if creative inspiration is what you need, 2112 is the best Chicago coworking space for you. There is no other space like it, which is why singer Jennifer Hudson regularly books a recording studio here.

Price: Starting at $70/person

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BEST FOR EVENTS

Sleek interiors, enterprise-grade technology, and five-star hospitality extend to every corner of the workplace—no matter where you sit.

Address: 311 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60606

Perks: Whether it’s for a startup launch party, a company happy hour, a quarterly board meeting, or a hundred person conference, when you need to book event space, Convene is the answer. This industrial chic space boasts a modern amenities, fully staffed kitchen, sun-flooded interiors, plush furnishings, and lush green plants throughout. It’s a space that just feels good to be in.

With Convene’s thoughtful mix of collaboration, meeting, relaxing, and focus areas, you can find the perfect spot to work here.  Members often eat breakfast in the cafe’, or attend one the many networking events and speaker panels.

Price: Starting at $500/person

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BEST FOR SOLO ENTREPRENEURS 

MORE THAN A WORKSPACE Second Shift is also a vibrant, helpful community.

Address: 3432 W Diversey Ave floor 2, Chicago, IL 60647

Perks: Solopreneurs must network to grow their business, which means they usually flourish in open, collaborative, and community-oriented workspaces. For this reason, solo entrepreneurs of all industries, experience levels, and interests come together to work at Second Shift Chicago.

This smaller, local, and dog-friendly space offers great lighting and a mix of seating options. You’ll find booths for private phone conversations, meeting rooms, standing and sitting desks, private offices, and an “ideation station” with whiteboard and “thinking bench.” The workspace is casual and comfortable, with an inviting brick and beam feel, wood desks, and colorful pillows throughout.

However, the Second Shift community might be the biggest draw because the unique skills and abilities of the members combine to form a diverse network of resources and connections. Solo entrepreneurs who work at Second Shift find they are better together, innovating, collaborating, and accelerating their businesses.

Price: Starting at $185/person

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BEST FOR PRODUCTIVITY

Across the fountain from the Chase Tower and steps from the Blue and Red lines, this building is 5 full floors of amazing space.

Address: 73 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603

Perks: When an atmosphere of focus and productivity are what you want, Expansive Workspace The Loop is where you should be. This open, airy space with a natural light-filled atrium, exposed industrial wooden beams, comfortable furnishings, and all the amenities you could ever want help you do your best work.

Located across from the Chase Tower, and steps away from the “L” and other Chicago landmarks, this location is perfect for connecting with clients and prospects too. Expansive Workspace The Loop gives business owners the perks of a large corporate campus for the cost of a single office, which makes this location popular for teams of all size. Whether you need a block of smaller suites or prefer to work in an open, collaborative space, this coworking space delivers the high energy, productive atmosphere you need to get things done.

This smaller, local, and dog-friendly space offers great lighting and a mix of seating options. You’ll find booths for private phone conversations, meeting rooms, standing and sitting desks, private offices, and an “ideation station” with whiteboard and “thinking bench.” The workspace is casual and comfortable, with an inviting brick and beam feel, wood desks, and colorful pillows throughout.

However, the Second Shift community might be the biggest draw because the unique skills and abilities of the members combine to form a diverse network of resources and connections. Solo entrepreneurs who work at Second Shift find they are better together, innovating, collaborating, and accelerating their businesses.

Price: Starting at $399/person

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BEST FOR PROFESSIONAL 

The combination of a well-designed work environment and a well-organized work experience are part of the reason why Servcorp Coworking clients seem to love our spaces

Address: 155 N Upper Wacker Dr Ste 4250, Chicago, IL 60606

Perks: When you’re looking for polished professionalism, you should head to Servcorp Wacker. This space is bright and welcoming, with stunning interior design and floor-to-ceiling window views of the river. Offices with frosted glass and simple, abstract etchings, and sophisticated and rich furnishings make the space luxurious and upscale.

The Servcorp management team goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional service and abundant opportunities for members to network and grow professionally. Servcorp Wacker offers collaborative cowork space, immaculate corporate meeting rooms, fully-managed private office suites, and access to first-class IT and secretarial support. Members also receive a well-respected business address, a dedicated landline, and a bi-lingual receptionist to answer calls in their business name. The offices, services, and amenities are first-class at Servcorp Wacker, which is why it’s the best coworking space in Chicago for executives and professionals.

However, the Second Shift community might be the biggest draw because the unique skills and abilities of the members combine to form a diverse network of resources and connections. Solo entrepreneurs who work at Second Shift find they are better together, innovating, collaborating, and accelerating their businesses.

Price: Starting at $250/person

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BEST FOR ENERGETIC 

Spark innovation and collaboration in a creative working environment designed to accelerate your business.

Address: 159 N Sangamon St 200 & 300, Chicago, IL 60607

Perks: Coffee is great, but sometimes you need a little more energy than caffeine can provide. When that’s the case, Spaces Fulton Market is your place. This vibrant, high-energy coworking space in Chicago’s West Loop area is perfect for meeting, collaborating, creating, mind-mapping, or crunching numbers. With informal meeting areas, shared coworking space, and private office suites, complemented by a modern decor of designer desks, light wood tables, and colorful chairs and sofas, Spaces Fulton Market is the perfect place for every business need.

But don’t take our word for it. One online reviewer said it best: “Office daily. Party central weekly! Rooftop, maybe. Perks, baby!” And we agree, declaring this spot one of our best workspaces for its excellent energy.

Price: Starting at $226/person

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BEST FOR STARTUPS 

In today’s remote work paradigm, TeamWorking is a place for companies to physically meet and collaborate in a safe, ready-made, integrated environment.

Address: 20 N Upper Wacker Dr 12th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606

Perks: TechNexus is the entrepreneurial hub for Chicago’s startup community and home more than 70 companies across 65,000 square feet of coworking space. Located within The Loop neighborhood of Chicago, this tech incubator provides the perfect environment for networking and collaboration for startup organizations. In this large, bright, and open space, you’ll find private offices, suite options, conference rooms, shared workspaces, a kitchen and cafe area.

With a university partnership and a talented management team, TechNexus builds ecosystems by finding, funding, and accelerating technology ventures in collaboration with entrepreneurs and enterprises. If you’re a startup looking for a place to work and meet other startups, check out TechNexus, a place for innovative minds and some of the city’s best tech talent.

Price: Starting at $300/person

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BEST FOR AMENITIES 

Immerse yourself in a like-minded community of innovators, entrepreneurs and premier organizations and be inspired by a diverse array of curated events and programs.

Address: 227 West Monroe Street & 222 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60606

Perks: If your team is interested in amenities, Studio at the Franklin in the Loop is tough to beat.  Not only is the coworking space well outfitted, but building owner Tishman Speyer makes the Franklin’s ample gym, luxurious R29 lounge space, and even the  majestic 44th floor Sky Lobby available for private events, and casual member relaxation.   All in all, these amenities are unparallelled in Chicago, and throughout North America.

Price: Starting at $350/person

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BEST FOR COLLABORATIVE 

Your team will be more productive and more creative in this stunning space near downtown. Offering a host of amenities, it’s the perfect setting for everyday inspiration.

Address: 3400 W Stonegate Blvd UNIT 101, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Perks: Conveniently close to I-290, Route 53, and the Arlington Park Metro Station, you’ll find plenty to love in this soaring space, featuring walls of glass and 18-foot ceilings. So much openness along with a variety of meeting rooms, high tech conference rooms, and event spaces make this a natural choice for teams that love their face time. In addition, flex rooms with movable walls and conference tables made from reclaimed timber mean that your next big idea is as close as your next conversation.

Price: Starting at $99/person

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BEST FOR BRIGHT 

Find everything you’re looking for — and more than you imagined — in this magical space located right on Michigan Avenue in River North. Here you’ll find the perfect combination of workspace and client-friendly venue.

Address: 444 N Michigan Ave #1200, Chicago, IL 60611

Perks: Located in the desirable in-town River North neighborhood, you’ll find inspiration and creativity everywhere you look, from galleries to production companies to studios and design ateliers.  It’s no wonder, then, that BeOffice shares the energy and creativity of its setting, with workspaces and amenities that reflect the best of the city’s beauty and work ethic. Here you’ll find a variety of spaces for teams of all shapes and sizes, built to brighten up every day.

Price: Starting at $1000/ 3 people

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