2545 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60616
What This House Offers
Here's your chance to live within a true piece of Chicago history at the iconic Opera Lofts,once the design and fabrication workshop for the Lyric Opera of… Chicago. This fully renovated junior one-bedroom loft is packed with character,featuring exposed brick,soaring ceilings and an open,airy floor plan perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The living space is anchored by a cozy gas fireplace and opens to a private balcony with beautiful treetop and skyline views. For a fun and unexpected plus,a pull-down staircase leads to an additional lofted flex space overlooking the residence-perfect as a den,home office or occasional guest retreat. Enjoy in-unit laundry,bike storage and an included heated garage parking space. The building is ideally situated just minutes from McCormick Place,Chinatown,Wintrust Arena,Illinois Institute of Technology and Insight Hospital,with easy access to the lakefront,31st Street Beach,public transportation,expressways and downtown Chicago. Historic,distinctive and anything but ordinary-don't let this one pass you by. Easy to show! MLS# MRD12756628
Unit
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Garages
2545 S Dearborn St is a single-family home for rent in Chicago, IL
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Garage
Dogs Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
Cats Allowed
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Cats 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.
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1909 | Remodeled in 2026
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Condominium
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Entry on the 3rd floor
Interior Spaces
- Elevator
- Open Floorplan
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Loft
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Family Room
- 950 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Separate Shower
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Laundry on main level
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Balcony
Utilities
- Central Air
- Public Water Source
- 100 Amp Service
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-09-15
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes water, parking, scavenger, exterior maintenance, snow removal
Community Details
Overview
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- 93 Units
- Chris Association, Phone Number (800) 888-8888
- Property managed by Call
- Opera Lofts Subdivision
Amenities
- Sundeck
- Service Elevator
Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Pets up to 25 lbs
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Deposit Required
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
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Chicago, IL 60616
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Strong public transit
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Busy
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Subway
5 min Walk
Subway
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
15 min Drive
Airport
31 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Drake Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Pui Tak Christian School
Grades PK-8
Private
McKinley Lakeside Leadership Academy
Grades 9-12
Private
Phillips Academy High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Ill. Inst. of Technology | Walk: 17 min (0.9 mi) |
| Columbia College Chicago | Drive: 4 min (1.9 mi) |
| Robert Morris Univ., Ill. | Drive: 5 min (2.2 mi) |
| Roosevelt University, Chicago | Drive: 6 min (2.5 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 2545 S Dearborn St proximity to Chicago Chinatown, 2260 S Wentworth Ave, and 49-67 E Cermak Rd. Chicago Chinatown is 0.6 miles away, and 2260 S Wentworth Ave is within a 12 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 2545 S Dearborn St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.2 miles. Transit options include Cermak-Mccormick Place and Cermak-Chinatown Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 2545 S Dearborn St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Dunbar Park, Women's Park and Gardens, and Burnham Park.
Airports
Living in South Loop provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 15 minutes from 2545 S Dearborn St. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 21.2 miles away.
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