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The Lawrence House

1020 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent Bedrooms Bathrooms
$1,177 - $2,855 Studio - 1 Bed 1 Bath
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Pricing and Floor Plans

A1

$1,318 - $1,669
Studio, 1 Bath
289 - 300 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
712
$1,318
289
Now
607
$1,328
300
8/26/26

A2

$1,303 - $1,623
Studio, 1 Bath
298 - 303 Sq. Ft.

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Jun. 24
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
913
$1,303
303
6/24/26
504
$1,303
298
7/7/26

A9

$1,303 - $1,623
Studio, 1 Bath
295 - 317 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 5
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1126
$1,303
317
7/5/26
328
$1,303
295
7/7/26

A12

$1,493 - $1,845
Studio, 1 Bath
448 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 5
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
916
$1,493
448
7/5/26
516
$1,493
448
7/26/26

A10

$1,328 - $1,653
Studio, 1 Bath
316 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 28
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1125
$1,328
316
7/28/26

A3

$1,722 - $2,111
Studio, 1 Bath
396 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 29
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1201
$1,722
396
7/29/26

A13

$1,303 - $1,623
Studio, 1 Bath
305 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 30
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1117
$1,303
305
7/30/26

A1 - 60% AMI AHSAP

$1,260
Studio, 1 Bath
300 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 5
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
303
$1,260
300
8/5/26

A13 - 60% AMI AHSAP

$1,177 - $1,260
Studio, 1 Bath
305 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 16
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
417
$1,177
305
8/16/26

A18

$1,503 - $1,845
Studio, 1 Bath
303 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 22
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1216
$1,503
303
8/22/26

A10 - 60% AMI AHSAP

$1,177 - $1,260
Studio, 1 Bath
316 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 5
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
925
$1,177
316
9/5/26

C7

$1,759 - $2,378
1 Bed, 1 Bath
408 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1010
$1,759
408
Now
510
$1,759
408
7/1/26

C3

$1,845 - $2,502
1 Bed, 1 Bath
438 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
423
$1,845
438
Now

C5

$2,130 - $2,855
1 Bed, 1 Bath
735 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
608
$2,130
735
Now

C2

$2,110 - $2,820
1 Bed, 1 Bath
659 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 20
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
422
$2,110
659
8/20/26
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 - 18 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1928
  • 344 units / 13 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $50

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    $500

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

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Pet Run
  • Picnic/bbq Area
  • Walk-In Closet/laundry Room

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Deck
  • Freezer
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Intercom
  • Kitchen
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Lawn

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Cabana
  • Clubhouse
  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Concierge
  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Disposal Chutes
  • Doorman
  • Elevator

Map of The Lawrence House

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Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable100 / 100

Transit

Strong public transit80 / 100

Driveability

Moderately drivable60 / 100

Bikeability

Very bikeable80 / 100

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Transit

Subway
1 min Drive
Red Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains
Subway
3 min Drive
Red Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Union Pacific North Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Union Pacific North Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
46 min Drive
Chicago O'Hare International
Airport
Chicago Midway International
37 min Drive
Chicago Midway International

Moving to Uptown Chicago, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Lawrence House proximity to Uptown Retail, Sun Plaza, and Windsor Center. Uptown Retail is 0 miles away, and Sun Plaza is within a 7 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, The Lawrence House has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.1 miles. Transit options include Wilson-North Inner and Argyle.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Lawrence House are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Chase Park, Winnemac Park, and Notebaert Nature Museum.

Airports

Living in Uptown Chicago provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 23 minutes from The Lawrence House. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 18.8 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

4 rating

Mccutcheon Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

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St Thomas Of Canterbury

Grades PK-8

Private

2 rating

Uplift Community High School

Grades 9-12

Public

3 rating

Senn High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Truman College

Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)

Loyola University, Lakeshore

Drive: 5 min (2.8 mi)

North Park University

Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi)

DeVry University-Illinois

Drive: 8 min (3.9 mi)

About The Lawrence House

The Lawrence House, built as a luxury apartment hotel, has been a cornerstone of life since its construction in 1928. The flats design team restored the building's original skylight, mosaic pool tiling, and terrazzo flooring as well as establishing... an open lobby that acts as a free co-working space, adjacent to retailers such as a coffee shop and bar. Additional amenities include a backyard open to the public, a rooftop lounge and communal kitchen for residents, and a 6,000-square-foot fitness center including the fully restored pool and a boxing ring.

The Lawrence House, located on the northeast corner of Kenmore and Lawrence avenue is the perfect location for an urban commuter. Just blocks away from the red line, our residents can walk, take the train, and bike to the lakefront and have ease of mind with our bike storage. The Lawrence House is a pet-friendly building and is home to cats, dogs, and even a teacup pig.

Originally an apartment hotel, famous for housing musicians from the Aragon Ballroom and talent from the silent film production house Essanay film studios, The Lawrence House has preserved the spirit of the roaring ‘20s in contemporary apartment living. The lobby is open to the public and features an art deco barrel-vaulted skylight with a co-working table, lounge seating, a Heritage Outpost coffee shop, and Larry’s bar. A rooftop lounge, deck, and backyard provide ample seating for spring and summer fun with gas grills and seating areas. The Lawrence House offers studio, lofted studios, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom duplex apartments.

The building's historical name was the New Lawrence Hotel, of which it was one of the founding buildings of the Uptown Entertainment District - with many notable people living in or staying temporarily at the hotel.

The Lawrence House is an apartment community in Chicago, IL

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Contact

Property Address:
1020 W Lawrence Ave,
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone Number: (224) 435-4933
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • SaturdayCLOSED

Renter Reviews

For The Lawrence House

3.8

9 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

5/18/26

Not at all surprised about the reviews

I'm truly unsure who reached out to me on yesterday, whomever it was completely deterred me from wanting to rent with the Lawrence House. I received a call asking had I called the Lawrence, which I explained yes, I was trying to complete my application, but it wouldn't allow me to move pass the income portion because I didn't have a months' worth of checks. I just moved to Chicago with my new job, so I only had 1 check stub, however I had my offer letter. The person then stated, did you not... try and upload the documents to other documents, I explained yes, and then it was an attitude from that point on. The Winnie staff on the other hand was extremely helpful and very pleasant

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Property Manager at The Lawrence House responded to this review

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very sorry to hear that your recent interaction left you feeling discouraged, especially during what should be an exciting transition into a new home and a new city.

We understand that...
application requirements can sometimes feel frustrating or confusing, particularly when starting a new position and working with limited paystub history. We regret that the communication you received did not come across as as helpful and welcoming as intended, and we appreciate you bringing your experience to our attention.

At Lawrence House, we always want prospective residents to feel supported throughout the application process, and your feedback has been shared internally as an opportunity for continued coaching and improvement in how we communicate and assist applicants.

If you are still interested in moving forward or would simply like additional assistance with your application, please feel free to contact Alexis directly at aboyan@flatslife.com. We would be more than happy to help review your documents, answer any questions, and assist in making the process as smooth as possible.

Thank you again for your honest feedback, and we wish you all the best as you settle into Chicago and your new role.

11/11/25

Clean, Communicative, Kind, Caring

I feel very at home at LH. I feel safe, new management is available and much nicer, I’ve never seen a bug, maintenance requests are timely (during the week). My only ask would be to invest in installing a heater in the pool.

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Property Manager at The Lawrence House responded to this review

Your review is appreciated. We are glad to hear you feel at home at The Lawrence House and appreciate your feedback on the pool heater suggestion. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

7/26/25

Abhorrent

I had submitted work requests no less than 30 times for my HVAC system to be fixed…in 10 months. I begged for help from maintenance to understand what was wrong. The “fix” was to just reset the HVAC system when I got an error code that shut off my HVAC… every few days. They finally permanently fixed the HVAC system, 10 months into my lease. Absolutely no accommodation was made for this serious inconvenience. DO NOT RENT!!!

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Property Manager at The Lawrence House responded to this review

Thank you for your feedback. We know the HVAC issues have been frustrating, and we truly appreciate your patience.

Please know we’ve responded to all of your 14 work orders within 24–48 hours and have made every effort to resolve the recurring CH...
150 error through service calls, diagnostics, and repairs. As mentioned, this error code can occur due to how the system is designed—especially with breaker resets, switching between modes, or mechanical faults.

We’re encouraged that the system has been working well recently, and we believe that’s due in part to a better understanding and use of the system by residents. While the error may still occasionally appear, we’ll continue to support you in keeping things running smoothly.

Sincerely,
The Lawrence House Team

5/31/22

Horrible

My unit was disgusting. The staff doesn’t care about you or their job. You quality of life goes down the second you sign this lease. Do not make the same mistake I did.

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15 People Found This Helpful

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Property Manager at The Lawrence House responded to this review

Hello, we're sorry to hear your experience has not been pleasant. We find your review to be concerning and would like the opportunity to discuss it in more detail to determine which unit you're in, and how we can rectify any concerns that haven't... been addressed. Please reach out to our management team at lawrencemgmt@flatslife.com - we look forward to speaking with you.

5/25/22

Super social, helpful staff, and small kitchens

The Lawrence House is a beautiful space with lots of ammenities in the building. Having a bar and cafe in the building is great gor a social life. Leasing with Flats Life gives you access to the amenities in all the buildings in Chicago, not just the Lawremce House, which is nice, although only one is in walking distance. in-unit washer/dryer is amazing. The only complaint I have is the kitchen size. It's pretty miniscule in most apartments. It's acceptable if you decide to live alone, but... anything more than that, you could be strapped for space. If you can get padt that, though, The Lawrenve House is a great place to live.

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Property Manager at The Lawrence House responded to this review

Hello, thank you for your detailed review of the Lawrence House! We appreciate you sharing a few highlights of the community - our bar, cafe, great social atmosphere, in-unit washer and dryer, plus the FLATS amenity access to our unique communities... throughout Chicago. We understand that our residents may outgrow their homes, which is why we have so many other options available! Don't hesitate to reach out if you're looking for a change, we're here to help!

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