540 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
What This House Offers
One of the last true timber and brick lakefront lofts! This fantastic loft has a HUGE open floor plan with almost 1,200 SF, two bedrooms with sliding frosted glass doors. 12 ft. tall ceilings with wooden beams! This is a corner unit with two walls of... beautiful, exposed brick and the north wall being mostly full of 7 ft. tall windows letting in tons of natural light. You can't beat this location: steps to the Ohio Street Beach, the Lakefront walking and biking trails, Lake Michigan, Olive Park, Lake Shore Park, Bennett Park, Seneca Park, the Children's Museum at Navy Pier, and the Museum of Contemporary Art. A short bus ride to the Museum Campus and Maggie Daley Park. Northwestern Hospital campus and shops on Michigan Ave are right nearby, as well as world class restaurants! Walkscore bestowed a 92 out of 100 score, stating, "This location is a Walker’s Paradise, so daily errands do not require a car." The bus stop immediately outside is a stop for the #2, 29, 65, 66, and 124.
A desirable assigned first-floor parking space is also reserved for you for only $250/month. Please note: this parking fee is mandatory for tenants and will be included in the lease at an additional cost.
Dark hardwood floors throughout. Newly repainted in a harmonious beige and grey color palette. Massive primary bedroom with oversized walk-in closet with full custom California Closet shelving. Second bedroom features organizational shelving in closet. Modern Kitchen & Bath featuring granite, marble countertops, travertine floors, and whirlpool jet bathtub. Brand new refrigerator. Built in bookshelf in entryway with custom Lightology lighting. Unit has central air and heat with Nest thermostat control.
The building features an amazing roof deck and new pergola, with gas grills, summertime furniture, picnic tables and unique views of Navy Pier, the lakefront and skyline. See the Blue Angels breathtakingly close during the Air and Water Show! Door staff is 24/7, with on-site management, on-site storage, huge laundry room, bike room, and newly-renovated workout room.
Rent includes water, garbage, basic cable, basic internet, doorman, security, exercise facility, snow removal. Electric bill is very modest (usually runs about $100. Heat and A/C provided by the building, renter pays to pump it via a heat exchanger. Basic cable and internet can be upgraded from 200 MB per second to 600 MB per second at a modest fee. Includes one storage unit. Additional storage units available for extra monthly fee. Cats are welcome too! No smoking in unit.
Please note that a mandatory assigned parking space rental is required, and costs $250/month.
Applicant MINIMUM Requirements (meeting these requirements does not guarantee a lease):
600+ minimum credit score
Debt to income maximum 45%
Collections on a case-by-case basis
Household monthly income at least 3x monthly rent
$69 per person to apply
*In lieu of a security deposit, an $800 non-refundable move-in fee is due at the time of lease signing
Pet rent $25/month per animal. Weight and number restrictions apply.
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In addition to the above fees, the HOA and building require new tenants to pay additional move-in and move-out fees: Two Separate Checks Needed for Move ins
Move-in Fee: $325 ($500 if moving in on a Saturday)
Damage Deposit: $250 (Will be returned after move-in/No damage done)
Make these 2 checks out to : 540 N. Lakeshore Dr Condominium Association
- $2,795 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,200 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Dishwasher
Lakefront Loft in a Historical Building wi... is located in Chicago, Illinois in the 60611 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise92 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit87 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable80 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy65 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
National Teachers Elementary Academy
Grades PK-8
Public
South Loop Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Phillips Academy High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Renaissance Preparatory School
Grades 4-12
Private
Renaissance Prep School
Grades 3-12
Private
British International School of Chicago, South Loop
Grades PK-12
Private
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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
Drive: 3 min (1.1 mi)
SAIC
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Lakefront Loft in a Historical Building wi... proximity to River East Center, The Shops at North Bridge, and Navy Pier. River East Center is 0.2 miles away, and The Shops at North Bridge is within a 9 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 87, Lakefront Loft in a Historical Building wi... has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 1.9 miles. Transit options include Grand-Red and Chicago-Red.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Lakefront Loft in a Historical Building wi... 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 Lakefront Loft in a Historical Building wi.... Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 18.1 miles away.
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