
Patio heater
Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each
South Side · Heating & cooling
Patio heater and fan rentals in Auburn Gresham, Chicago start at $51.70, and the typical item costs about $115.50, across 25 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Auburn Gresham is priced per order, usually $150 to $400 depending on distance, stairs and timing, and one free itemized quote covers delivery, setup and pickup.


Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each

Indirect-fired, heats 800-1,000 sq ft, fuel extra
$181.50each
60,000 BTU battery powered; ~1300 sq ft
$67.10each per day
8,000-28,000 BTU; outdoor only
$51.70each per day
holds two 100 lb tanks
$91.30each per day
250W infrared
$119.90each per day
Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.
Planning for Auburn Gresham
| Guests | You will need about |
|---|---|
| 50 guests | 5 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
| 100 guests | 9 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
| 150 guests | 13 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
| 200 guests | 17 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
Want exact counts for your floor plan? Try the seating planner or see what heating & cooling cost in Chicago.
Celebrating in Auburn Gresham
Transit helps: Metra's Rock Island line and the Red Line's 79th Street stop are both nearby. Halsted Street and Ashland Avenue offer additional commercial strips, while nearby parks give space for neighborhood picnics. Beverly, Chatham and Englewood are close, so guests often travel in from all three. The Rock Island and Red Line connections make it easy for out-of-town relatives to arrive without driving.
Anniversaries, repasts and community dinners that can need dozens of extra seats.
Heating & cooling here: Halls are climate controlled, but outdoor smoking or cocktail areas still benefit from one or two heaters.
Graduation parties and birthdays with tents.
Heating & cooling here: Propane patio heaters need clearance from tent walls, trees and eaves. Plan one heater per 10 to 12 guests on a cold night.
Receptions and fundraisers; confirm outside rental policy.
Heating & cooling here: Venues often have their own fire rules for propane. Electric heaters or forced-air units outside the space may be required.
Family gatherings; Chicago Park District permits may apply.
Heating & cooling here: Many parks restrict open-flame and propane heaters, so ask the park district before you rely on them.
How to plan
One mushroom patio heater per 15-20 guests, spaced about 10-15 feet apart.
Close the sidewalls and use forced-air heaters, about 1 per 800-1,000 sq ft.
Propane and diesel are usually billed separately by what you use.
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