253 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
What This Condo Offers
Property Id: 1347882
Centrally located in Lakeshore East, this property is super transportation friendly, providing 10-minute walks to all CTA Trains, the... Millennium Park Metra Station and Lake Shore Drive. If you are a “walker,” you’re in business! As one of the few apartment buildings connected to the underground Pedway, you’ll enjoy indoor access to restaurants, shops and offices within the Loop. You’ll also be less than 2 blocks away from the Chicago Riverwalk, the Lakefront Trail and Michigan Avenue giving you tons of activities to choose from. When you’re tired of walking, relax at the rooftop sunroom or do some grilling on the ground floor BBQ/picnic area. There’s also a fitness center, internet lounge and bicycle storage in addition to 24-hour security door staffing.
Floor-to-ceiling windows, lots of closet space and very generous floor plan.
Unit
- $2,335 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- Available Now
Condo Features
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Fireplace
- Freezer
- Lawn
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Security System
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Fitness Center
- Garages
253 E Wacker Dr is a condo for rent in Chicago, IL
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$0
- Garage
Cats
- Cats Allowed
Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Get In Touch
Chicago, IL 60601
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit100 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy60 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Frances Xavier Warde School
Grades PK-8
Private
Ogden Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Wells Community Academy High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Renaissance Prep School
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Harold Washington College
Walk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
SAIC
Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
The Chicago School
Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
The Ill. Inst. of Art, Chicago
Walk: 12 min (0.6 mi)
Discover New East Side, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 253 E Wacker Dr proximity to The Shops at North Bridge, River East Center, and 840 N Michigan Shops. The Shops at North Bridge is 0.7 miles away, and River East Center is within an 11 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, New East Side is exceptional public transit. Within 1.4 miles of 253 E Wacker Dr, you’ll find State/Lake Station (Downtown Loop), Randolph/Wabash Station (Downtown Loop), and Lake Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 253 E Wacker Dr are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.2 miles, including Openlands, Alliance for the Great Lakes, and Millennium Park.
Airports
Living in New East Side provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 19 minutes from 253 E Wacker Dr. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 17.9 miles away.
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