
Patio heater
Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each
West Side · Heating & cooling
Patio heater and fan rentals in Little Italy, Chicago start at $51.70, and the typical item costs about $115.50, across 25 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Little Italy 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
170,000 BTU forced air; propane/natural gas
$266.20each per day
40,000 BTU; needs 20 lb tank (not included)
$133.10each per day
80,000 BTU forced air; needs 100 lb tank (extra fee)
$185.90each per day
40,000 BTU; 20 lb tank not included
$146.30each 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 Little Italy
| 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 Little Italy
Arrigo Park and the small Piazza DiMaggio plaza give the neighborhood public space where community events happen, and the area's courtyards and brick two-flats hold plenty of private parties. Space is the limiting factor: lots are narrow, and many gatherings are small and elegant, so the right chair and the right table count matter more than sheer volume. A restaurant private room or a townhome roof deck may hold only twenty or thirty guests, so the right number of chairs and a tidy layout count more than volume.
Taylor Street restaurants host rehearsal dinners and showers; check whether outside rentals are allowed.
Heating & cooling here: Venues often have their own fire rules for propane. Electric heaters or forced-air units outside the space may be required.
Townhome and condo outdoor space suits small, stylish gatherings with limited load-in room.
Heating & cooling here: Rooftops get windy and cold quickly after sunset. Heaters rated for wind, with weighted bases, are a must.
UIC area families host graduation parties in nearby homes and halls each spring.
Heating & cooling here: Venues often have their own fire rules for propane. Electric heaters or forced-air units outside the space may be required.
Public spaces for community events; Arrigo Park permits go through the Chicago Park District.
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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