640 Briar
640 W Briar St, Chicago, IL 60657
- Bedrooms
- StudioStudio
- Bathrooms
- 1 Bath1 Bath
- Sq. Ft.
- 400 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
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Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 mo
Property Information
- Built in 1927
- 38 units3 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantN/A
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Surface Lot
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Other
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Covered
Birds Allowed
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Birds Allowed
Fish Allowed
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Fish Allowed
Other Pets Allowed
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Other Pets Allowed
Dogs Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
Restrictions
None
Comments
| Restrictions: None
Cats Allowed
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Cats Allowed
Restrictions
None
Comments
| Restrictions: None
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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Property Highlights
- Bike Room
- Carpeting
- Ceiling Fan
- Large Closets
Apartment Features
- Ceiling Fans
- Hardwood Floors
- Window Coverings
Community Features
- 24 Hour Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Recycling
- Utilities Included
- Walk-Up
Map of 640 Briar
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Strong public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Moderately 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™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Subway
3 min Walk
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
25 min Drive
Airport
24 min Drive
Moving to Lakeview, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 640 Briar proximity to Broadway Street Center, The Pointe At Clark Street, and 3030 North Broadway. Broadway Street Center is 0.3 miles away, and The Pointe At Clark Street is within a 5 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 640 Briar has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.2 miles. Transit options include Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines) and Wellington Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 640 Briar are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Notebaert Nature Museum, Lincoln Park, and Lincoln Park Zoo.
Airports
Living in Lakeview provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 25 minutes from 640 Briar. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.8 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Nettelhorst Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Lake View High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Hope College Prep High School
Grades 9-11
Public
French-American School Of Chicago
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| DePaul Univ., Lincoln Park | Drive: 3 min (1.5 mi) |
| Truman College | Drive: 5 min (2.2 mi) |
| DeVry University-Illinois | Drive: 6 min (2.6 mi) |
| Kendall College | Drive: 6 min (3 mi) |
About 640 Briar
Lively Neighborhood, Walk-in Closets, Parking On-site (Extra charge monthly)
640 W. Briar is a distinctive vintage three-story walk up building built in 1920 and offers comfortable and affordable apartments. An ideal location, 640 sits one block…
south of Belmont between Halsted and Broadway in one of Chicago's most interesting, eclectic neighborhoods, offering numerous shops, cafes, bookstores, and restaurants within walking distance. The apartments are rehabbed efficiency studios ideal for people with an active lifestyle. Parking is available on site, and with all utilities included, the residents pay only cable/internet with the rent. 640 makes living simple and affordable in a great neighborhood!
We have limited updated units with new kitchens, bathrooms and flooring.
Walking Distance To:
Lakefront beaches
Wrigley Field
Shopping/entertainment/restaurants on Broadway Avenue
Belmont "L" Stop (Red, Purple & Brown lines from Belmont, transfers to Blue, Green & Orange lines)
Ten minutes to the Magnificent Mile, seven minutes to the Loop.
Lively Neighborhood, Walk-in Closets, Parking On-site (Extra charge monthly)
640 W. Briar is a distinctive vintage three-story walk up building built in 1920 and offers comfortable and affordable apartments. An ideal location, 640 sits one block south of Belmont between Halsted and Broadway in one of Chicago's most interesting, eclectic neighborhoods, offering numerous shops, cafes, bookstores, and restaurants within walking distance. The apartments are rehabbed efficiency studios ideal for people with an active lifestyle. Parking is available on site, and with all utilities included, the residents pay only cable/internet with the rent. 640 makes living simple and affordable in a great neighborhood!
We have limited updated units with new kitchens, bathrooms and flooring.
Walking Distance To:
Lakefront beaches
Wrigley Field
Shopping/entertainment/restaurants on Broadway Avenue
Belmont "L" Stop (Red, Purple & Brown lines from Belmont, transfers to Blue, Green & Orange lines)
Ten minutes to the Magnificent Mile, seven minutes to the Loop.
640 Briar is an apartment community in Chicago, IL
Contact
Chicago, IL 60657
- Sunday Closed
- Monday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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