Best location for a Mr Jeff in Chicago

    6 neighbourhoods ranked for laundromat / laundry service sites on footfall, competition, rent and business-type fit.

    Laundromat / Laundry Service in Chicago — key figures

    Average investment
    €60,000 - €200,000
    Commercial rent
    $3,000-15,000/month
    Local competition index
    63/100
    Break-even
    18-36 months

    Source: WhereToOpen.ai location intelligence · 6 mapped neighbourhoods · last reviewed 2026-09-01. Figures are modelled estimates, not audited financials.

    Top areas for a Mr Jeff in Chicago

    1. 1

      Pilsen

      Low competition

      Rent: $3,000-7,000

      70
    2. 2

      Logan Square

      Balanced profile across footfall, rent and competition

      Rent: $3,500-8,000

      62
    3. 3

      River North

      High footfall, crowded market

      Rent: $8,000-20,000

      58
    4. 4

      The Loop

      High footfall, crowded market

      Rent: $10,000-25,000

      58
    5. 5

      Wicker Park

      High footfall, crowded market

      Rent: $5,000-12,000

      58
    6. 6

      Gold Coast

      Crowded market

      Rent: $8,000-18,000

      50

    Last reviewed 2026-09-01. Source: WhereToOpen.ai location intelligence. Franchise fees and contract terms are set by Mr Jeff; the figures above are category estimates for Chicago, not brand-disclosed numbers.

    Mr Jeff in Chicago: frequently asked answers

    Where is the best location for a Mr Jeff in Chicago?

    Pilsen scores 70/100 for laundromat / laundry service locations in Chicago, ahead of Logan Square (62/100) and River North (58/100). Scores rank footfall, competition, rent and business-type fit across 6 mapped neighbourhoods.

    Which areas of Chicago rank highest for a laundry services?

    Pilsen (70/100), Logan Square (62/100), River North (58/100). Ranking last reviewed 2026-09-01 by WhereToOpen.ai.

    How much does it cost to open a laundry services in Chicago?

    Total investment for a laundromat / laundry service runs €60,000 - €200,000, with commercial rent around $3,000-15,000/month. Mr Jeff franchise fees and contract terms are set by the brand and are not included in this estimate.

    How long does a laundry services in Chicago take to break even?

    Typically 18-36 months for this category, with an expected annual ROI of 30-55%.

    How competitive is Chicago for this category?

    The local competition index is 63/100 averaged over 6 mapped neighbourhoods (higher means more crowded).

    Which area of Chicago should a Mr Jeff franchisee avoid?

    Gold Coast scores lowest at 50/100 for this category: crowded market.

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