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540 North Lake Shore Drive #206

Gold Coast, Near North Side, Central Chicago, Chicago, 60611
$3,195
Posted 17 hours ago, Immediate Move-In
bedrooms
2 Bed
bathrooms
1 Bath
square feet
1,200 Sqft
Listing by Benjamin Sanford
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DESCRIPTION
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.

AMENITIES
Storage Facility
Dishwasher

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interior

    Bathroom Information

  • Full Bathrooms: 1

    Interior Information

  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Doorman, Lobby
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: Common Area

    Room Information

  • Rooms: 4

    Basement Information

  • Basement: None
Exterior

    Property Information

  • Has Property Attached
  • Square Footage: 1,200
  • Square Footage Source: $0
  • Year Built: 1916

    Building Information

  • Construction Materials: Brick

    Lot Information

  • Lot Size Dimensions: COMMON

    Land Information

  • Water Source: Lake Michigan
Utilities

    Utilities Information

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Sewer : Public Sewer
Location

    HOA Information

  • HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Coin Laundry, Exercise Course, Storage, Elevator(s), Trail(s), Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator in Residence, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Sundeck, Ceiling Fan, High Speed Conn.

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NEAR NORTH SIDE
About

Near North Side is the northernmost and second largest of four community areas that make up Downtown Chicago. It includes neighborhoods such as Gold Coast and Old Town which are well known to be extremely affluent. It is located east of Lake Michigan and north of the Chicago River. Near North Side is considered to be a historic neighborhood and is home to many of Chicago's older Victorian-era buildings. There are heavy German and Puerto Rican influences in the region. Near North Side was home to many gays and lesbians throughout the mid-to-late 1900s till major gentrification of the neighborhoods occurred. Most gays and lesbians now reside in the Lake View neighborhood north of Near North Side.

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PRICE COMPARISON
This apartment's rent is 19.11% cheaper than the median rent of $3,950 for a 2-bedroom apartment in Near North Side, Chicago, IL.
The median is solely based on the area and the number of bedrooms. Listing-specific characteristics such as the number of bathrooms and the amenities will also impact the price.

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RENTHOP DESCRIPTION
The apartment is a unit offered at a monthly price of $3,195. The person posting the listing did not specify that any pets were allowed. It may be the case that pets are ok and the manager simply has not yet filled out all the details. The kitchen conveniently includes a dishwasher.

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MRED MLS

Last Updated: 12 hours ago
Data Source: MRED MLS
MLS# MRD12678712
List Agent Name: Benjamin Sanford
List Office Name: Durante & Rich Real Estate
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