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540 N Lake Shore Dr

Chicago, IL 60611

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540 N Lake Shore Dr

Chicago, IL 60611
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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • 1 Bedroom

    421 - 540 N Lake Shore Dr

    $3,150

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1110 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,150Available Now421 - 540 N Lake Shore Dr1110 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heat Type - Gas
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    About This Listing

    1000 square feet brick and timber 1 bedroom + den loft with Lake Michigan views! In unit washer and dryer,hardwood floors throughout,14' timber ceilings,exposed brick,and unique open loft lay-out. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances including dishwasher open to living/dining area. Spacious lofted bedroom with views of Ohio Street Beach. Den area with door perfect for office/guest bedroom. Marble bathroom with double sinks,separate shower,and built ins. Common roof deck with amazing lake views,grills,& furniture. Exercise room,common laundry,& 24 hour door staff. Lakefront building,steps to the beach,Navy Pier,Michigan Ave. Move in fee $350 M-F and $500 on Saturdays. Multiple rental parking options nearby. Min/Max 12 month lease. MLS# MRD12601401 Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of [see last changed date above]. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $3,150

    Fees & Policies

    Pet Policy and Fees

    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.

    Price shown is base rent. 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.

    Contact Info

    Listed by:
    Landon Harper
  • 2 Bedrooms

    540 N Lake Shore Dr

    $3,195

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1200 sq ft
    Available Jul 6

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,195July 6, 2026540 N Lake Shore Dr1200 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Services

    • Garden Style

    About This Listing

    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. Parking is on a waiting list basis. 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. 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. Apply at 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: $350 ($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

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $3,195

    Fees & Policies

    Pet Policy and Fees

    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.

    Price shown is base rent. 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.

    Contact Info

    Listed by:
    Durante & Rich Real Estate

Features and Amenities

Interior Features

  • Heat Type Gas
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Disposal
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540 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 540 N Lake Shore Dr.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Chicago Theater

175 n state street
1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

Cloud Gate

Millennium Park
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

Buckingham Fountain

S Columbus Drive
4 minute drive / 1.41 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Macy's

111 N State St
1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

Walgreens

641 N Clark St
2 minute drive / 0.71 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Northwestern University - Chicago Campus

710 North Lakeshore Drive
1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

City Colleges of Chicago, Harold Washington College

30 East Lake Street
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

Loyola University - Water Tower Campus

820 North Michigan Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

Groceries

H Mart

711 W Jackson Blvd
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away

Jewel-Osco

1340 S Canal St
4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away

Mariano's Fresh Market

1615 S Clark St
4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away

Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

251 E Huron St
1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago

225 E Chicago Ave, Box 140
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

Rush University Medical Center

1653 West Congress Parkway
5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away

Hotspots

Supernatural Chicago

632 N. Dearborn
1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Wendella Boats

400 North Michigan Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

Millennium Park

201 East Randolph Street
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Funhouse Maze

600 E. Grand Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

540 N Lake Shore Dr has 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including Wendella Boats, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, Oak Street Beach, and Shedd Aquarium.

Restaurants and Dining

Dick's Last Resort

435 E Illinois
1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

Villain's Bar and Grill

649 S Clark St
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Greek Islands

200 S Halsted
4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

Shopping Centers

River East Center

322 E Illinois St
1 minute drive / 0.12 miles away

The Shops at North Bridge

520 N Michigan Ave
1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

Wabash/randolph Center

24-28 E Randolph St
1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

540 N Lake Shore Dr has 5 shopping centers within 0.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Grand Avenue Station (Red Line)-Red Line

521 N. State St.
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Chicago Millennium Station-Metra Electric Line

151 East Randolph Street
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

Chicago Millennium Station-South Shore Line

151 E Randolph St
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Chicago Studio Apartments $1,960$550$10,000+
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,520$650$10,000+
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,145$850$10,000+
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,912$883$10,000+
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,624$970$10,000+
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $7,607$1,400$10,000+
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $7,236$5,850$10,000+

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