18 E. Elm Apartments

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18 E Elm St, Chicago, IL 60611
(708) 919-3229
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18 E. Elm

18 E Elm St
Chicago, IL 60611
(708) 919-3229
18 E. Elm in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $1,395-$1,675Pricing

About 18 E. Elm

A short stroll from the Magnificent Mile and fabled State and Rush Streets, a turn-of-the-20th-century hotel has been transformed into a classic Chicago rental. Inside, your beautifully rehabbed downtown apartment awaits, just upstairs from the lobby where a movie scene with starlet Jennifer Aniston was filmed. A sneak preview of your new place...hardwood floors, large walk-in closets, new appliances including dishwasher and microwave, and the great perks of complimentary amenities such as internet. Other lifestyle essentials you’ll have include an on-site laundry, fitness center and secure bike storage room, all of it just two blocks from public transit and minutes from OakStreetBeach. Live in bliss at your fabulous Goldcoast Apartment!

18 E. Elm is located in the Gold Coast Neighborhood and 60611 Zip code of Chicago, IL. This community is professionally managed by BJB Properties

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

18 E. Elm offers Studio starting from $1,395. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      Studio

      From $1,395

      Studio, 1 Bath
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnit
      From $1,395Available NowStudio

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Cable Ready
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free
      • Storage Space
      • Tub/Shower

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,395 - $1,675
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Call us at: (708) 919-3229 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 147 Units
    • 10 Stories
    • Built in 1928

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo

    Fees and Policies

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

    Other Fees

    Personal Add-Ons

    Application Fee Per Applicant$75

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats

    • $250 Fee

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Online Services
    • Laundry Facilities

    Outdoor Features

    • Courtyard

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Fitness Center
    • Bicycle Storage

    Interior Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Storage Space
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Microwave

    Living Area Features

    • Walk In Closets
    • Hardwood Floors
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    18 E Elm St, Chicago, IL 60611

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday9:30 am–6:00 pm
    Tuesday9:30 am–6:00 pm
    Wednesday9:30 am–6:00 pm
    Thursday9:30 am–6:00 pm
    Friday9:30 am–6:00 pm
    Saturday9:00 am–5:30 pm
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    99 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    86 / 100

    Very Bikeable

    Biking is convenient for most trips

    Transit Score®

    85 / 100

    Excellent Transit

    Transit is convenient for most trips

    Frequently Asked Questions about 18 E. Elm

    Where is 18 E. Elm located?

    18 E. Elm is located at 18 E Elm St near the Gold Coast area of Chicago, IL

    What is the current rent range at 18 E. Elm?

    Studio at 18 E. Elm is $1,395. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for 18 E. Elm are
    • Monday 9:30 am–6:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:30 am–6:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:30 am–6:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:30 am–6:00 pm
    • Friday 9:30 am–6:00 pm
    • Saturday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Great Value3.8

      The 18 E. Elm Apartments are 33.5% cheaper than the average apartment in the Gold Coast area, and 25.6% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Gold Coast Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,395$2,099-$704-33.5%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,395$1,875-$480-25.6%

      Methodology: On 09/08/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 215 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 18 E. Elm (Gold Coast), and 8504 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 09/08/2025

    • Transit Friendly 3.2

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    4.8
    6 Renters Reviews
    ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • Lackluster security

      June 6, 2023
      I had an incident where I came home on a Sunday, when no security is on duty, and a half naked drunk/high fat woman was on the elevator and not leaving. I spent over 40 minutes waiting for an ambulance and trying to talk to her to see what was wrong until she eventually got out of the elevator, gave me very uncomfortable comments and looks, and went up the stairwell to who knows where. Ambulance arrived a little bit later but we don’t know where she went. Someone also broke into the buildings ...
      main doors, broke into the bike room, and managed to steal my $5,000 bike at 5AM. The camera that is supposed to watch the bike room isn’t even operational according to management. I was able to track my bike down because I had AirTags in it but not in time unfortunately. It was completely destroyed and I had no insurance on it. I see why there’s a note saying management isn’t responsible for loss or stolen property because clearly this is something that has happened before. So if you care about security I wouldn’t recommend this building. The main “overnight” (5pm-12am or so) guard is a nice guy, but an incredibly heavy sleeper it’s almost funny. Personally I regret living here. Felt some type of reassurance seeing a camera watching the bike room on my initial walk through so to be told it wasn’t even connected to the new system really annoyed me. Get a sound proof blanket for your door as well, especially if it’s a studio. You won’t hear anything from anyone else in your apartment but you can hear almost everything in the halls.
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      Review from Apartments.com
    • Nice location, decent prices, cockroach problem

      July 30, 2022
      I lived here for about six months in 2021. Can’t beat the location of this building. The prices are also very reasonable for rather sizeable units. Don’t be fooled by the cleanliness of the recently updated lobby, however. This place runs rampant with cockroaches and the hallways wreak of cigarette smoke.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • The Wifi on Mars is faster

      February 17, 2021
      Don’t move here if you plan on working from home and need wifi during covid.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • BJB is Amazing and the Property is Even Better

      September 30, 2015
      I love my apartment. It is a typical city apartment, i.e. small. But the space is workable, the neighbors are great, and the building property management company is super helpful and timely. The only way I'm moving from this apartment is if I find a condo to buy!!
      Review from Apartments.com
    • BJB The Elms

      September 22, 2015
      Great location for the price. The fixtures could be nicer as many of the other BJB buildings in the area have been updated with stainless/granite. However, the new property manager has been responsive and made needed changes to the leasing office and landscaping. Maintenance is quick to fix any issues. All in all solid apartment in great area for a great price.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Great for the Young, Very Good for the Old

      July 24, 2015
      Location - 5 stars. Near food, transit, and lots of entertainment. If you're a light sleeper this is not the area for you. Bldg has decent gym and rent incls everything but electricity. Neighbors are quiet but if you face the entry walkway and your windows are open, you will be subjected to loud conversations at all hours. If elevators bother you, avoid apartment 15 on any floor. 14 is next to freight elevator but that isn't used constantly.
      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    Ogden Elementary School

    Chicago Public Schools
    24 West Walton Street
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (875 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    3/10

    Lincoln Park High School

    Chicago Public Schools
    2001 North Orchard Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (2107 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
    8/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 18 E. Elm.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    International Museum of Surgical Science

    1524 N Lake Shore Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

    Chicago Theater

    175 n state street
    3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

    Cloud Gate

    Millennium Park
    3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    1200 N Dearborn St
    1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

    Target

    1230 N Larrabee St
    2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

    Macy's

    111 N State St
    3 minute drive / 1.13 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Moody Bible Institute

    820 N LaSalle Blvd
    1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

    Loyola University - Water Tower Campus

    820 North Michigan Avenue
    1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

    Northwestern University - Chicago Campus

    710 North Lakeshore Drive
    1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

    Groceries

    H Mart

    711 W Jackson Blvd
    5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

    Trader Joe's

    667 W Diversey Pky
    5 minute drive / 2.4 miles away

    Mariano's Fresh Market

    2021 W Chicago Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.49 miles away

    Hospitals

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, Box 140
    1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

    Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St
    1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

    Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago

    2900 North Lake Shore Drive
    5 minute drive / 2.37 miles away

    Hotspots

    Supernatural Chicago

    632 N. Dearborn
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Oak Street Beach

    1000 North Lake Shore Drive
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    Wendella Boats

    400 North Michigan Avenue
    2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

    Millennium Park

    201 East Randolph Street
    3 minute drive / 1.17 miles away

    18 E. Elm has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Oak Street Beach, Wendella Boats, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, and Shedd Aquarium.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Dick's Last Resort

    435 E Illinois
    2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away

    Greek Islands

    200 S Halsted
    5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

    The Beer Bistro

    1061 W Madison St.
    5 minute drive / 1.79 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    840 N Michigan Shops

    840 N Michigan Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away

    Atrium On Superior

    720 N Franklin St
    1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

    Olsten Staffing

    16 W Ontario St
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    18 E. Elm has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Chicago Avenue Station (Red Line)-Red Line

    800 N. State St.
    1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

    Chicago Avenue Station (Brown, Purple Lines)-Brown Line

    300 W. Chicago Ave.
    1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

    Chicago Avenue Station (Brown, Purple Lines)-Purple Line

    300 W. Chicago Ave.
    1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Chicago Studio Apartments $1,875$575$10,000+
    Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,351$750$9,250
    Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,983$850$10,000+
    Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,615$788$10,000+
    Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,785$650$10,000+
    Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $8,917$1,650$10,000+
    Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $24,878$10,000$10,000+

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