About this rental
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.
Lease terms
The lease basics for this unit.
Amenities
Shared amenities included with the lease.
- 24/7 Front Desk
- Fitness Center
Property details
Systems and finishes for this unit, straight from MRED.
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This owner also looks for a credit score of 650+ (around the New Eastside average). Close on either number? A larger deposit or a guarantor usually does the trick — just ask Mino.
About 540 N Lake Shore Drive
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Where it is
FAQ
Where does this listing come from?
Straight from the Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) MLS, refreshed regularly. This is an individually-owned condo the owner is leasing out, so lease terms and pet rules are set by the owner — we surface the specifics here and confirm before you tour.
Is there a broker fee?
No. Dibze represents you, the renter — not the owner. You won't pay us a broker fee, and there's no fee just to tour or apply.
How does the application work?
Start a rental application and we email you a secure link. A soft credit check to start; the per-adult screening fee isn't charged until the owner accepts your application.
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