540 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
What This House Offers
1055 Square foot Timber loft in the heart of Streeterville. 10'+ ceiling,exposed brick and timber beams throughout. Giant living/dining. Kitchen with dishwasher… ,marble counters,& TONS of cabinet storage. Spacious foyer with deep coat closet provides a welcoming entry. HUGE primary bedroom with big walk in closet. Unit has individual HVAC so you can control your own heat and AC. One block to Ohio Street Beach,Navy Pier,two blocks to Whole Foods. Leased parking available nearby. Check Spot Hero App. Building features a beautiful East facing rooftop deck,Gym,Laundry,and 24hr door staff. Cats OK,No Pups. WI-Fi included in rent. MLS# MRD12750393
Unit
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Garages
540 N Lake Shore Dr 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
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Garage Attached
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 1913
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Property Attached
- Entry on the 6th floor
Interior Spaces
- Elevator
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 1055 Sq Ft Home
- 7-Story Property
Kitchen
- Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Basement
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire Sprinkler System
Parking
- Garage
- Leased Parking
- Parking Available
Utilities
- Central Air
- Cable TV Available
- Lake Michigan Water
- Heat Pump System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-09-03
- Rent includes cable TV, water, scavenger, doorman, internet, wi-fi
Community Details
Overview
- 147 Units
Amenities
- Doorman
- Sundeck
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Fitness Center
Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
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Chicago, IL 60611
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Exceptionally 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
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Airport
25 min Drive
Airport
53 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
GEMS World Academy Chicago
Grades PK-8
Private
Ogden Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Wells Community Academy High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Lawrence Hall-Ashland
Grades K-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Northwestern Univ., Chicago | Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi) |
| Loyola University, Water Tower | Walk: 17 min (0.9 mi) |
| Harold Washington College | Walk: 18 min (0.9 mi) |
| SAIC | Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi) |
Discover River North, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 540 N Lake Shore Dr proximity to River East Center, 200 E Ohio St, and The Shops at North Bridge. River East Center is 0.2 miles away, and 200 E Ohio St is within a 7 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, River North is exceptional public transit. Within 2.3 miles of 540 N Lake Shore Dr, you’ll find Michigan Avenue, Grand Avenue Station (Red Line), and Chicago Avenue Station (Red Line).
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 540 N Lake Shore Dr are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Chicago Children's Museum, Lake Shore Park, and Millennium Park.
Airports
Living in River North provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 21 minutes from 540 N Lake Shore Dr. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 18.1 miles away.
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