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$3,195 /month

540 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611

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Unit 206

  • $3,195 / month
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1200 sq. ft.
  • Available Jul 6

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The Closest Campus to 540 N Lake Shore Dr Unit 206 is Northwestern University-Chicago Campus

Nearby 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)

Details

Property Information

  • 1 unit

Fees and Policies

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

Cats

  • 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.

Condo Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable100 / 100

Transit

Exceptional public transit100 / 100

Driveability

Fairly drivable50 / 100

Bikeability

Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy65 / 100

Scores provided by
HowLoud

Transit

Subway
Grand Avenue Station (Red Line)
1 min Drive
Red Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
CTA
Subway
State/Lake Station (Downtown Loop)
2 min Drive
Purple Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Brown Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Orange Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Green Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Pink Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
CTA
Subway
Randolph/Wabash Station (Downtown Loop)
2 min Drive
Purple Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Brown Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Orange Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Green Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
Pink Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
CTA
Subway
Lake Station
2 min Drive
Red Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
CTA
Subway
Chicago Avenue Station (Red Line)
2 min Drive
Red Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L")
CTA
Commuter Rail
Chicago Millennium Station
2 min Drive
Metra Electric Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Commuter Rail
Van Buren Station
2 min Drive
Metra Electric Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Airport
Chicago Midway International
20 min Drive
Chicago Midway International
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
29 min Drive
ORD

Moving to River North, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 540 N Lake Shore Dr Unit 206 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 top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, River North is exceptional public transit. Within 2.2 miles of 540 N Lake Shore Dr Unit 206, you’ll find Grand Avenue Station (Red Line), Chicago Avenue Station (Red Line), and State/Lake Station (Downtown Loop).

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 540 N Lake Shore Dr Unit 206 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 Unit 206. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 18.1 miles away.

Property Details

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." Bus routes #2,29,65,66,and 124 are all at your doorstep. 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 spectacular views of Navy Pier,the lakefront and skyline. See Navy Pier fireworks every Wednesday and Saturday,and enjoy 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 heat and a/c,water,garbage,basic cable,basic internet,doorman,security,exercise facility,and snow removal. Heat and A/C provided by the building,renter pays the electric to pump it via a heat exchanger. Electric bill is very modest. Basic cable and internet can be upgraded if desired. Includes one storage unit. Additional storage units available. Cats are welcome too! Sorry,no dogs. No smoking in unit. MLS# MRD12678712

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540 N Lake Shore Dr is located in Chicago, IL in the 60611 zip code.

Contact

Property Address:
540 N Lake Shore Dr,
Chicago, IL 60611
Listed by
Benjamin Sanford
Phone Number: (773) 671-2051
MRED#IL

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