Chicago, IL 60611 540 N Lake Shore Drive # 206
$2,795
Presented By: Durante & Rich Real Estate
Home 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. A desirable assigned first-floor parking space is also reserved for you. Please note: this parking space is mandatory and will be added to the rent amount at an additional cost. 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.
Presented By: Durante & Rich Real Estate
Interior Features for 540 N Lake Shore Drive # 206
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible2
Total Bedrooms2
Bathrooms
BathroomWhirlpool
Half Baths
Total Baths1
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceEstimated
BasementNone
FlooringHardwood
Furnished Y/NNo
Interior AmenitiesCathedral Ceiling(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Doorman, Lobby
Laundry FeaturesCommon Area
Total Stories7
Other Rooms
Room TypeWalk In Closet
General for 540 N Lake Shore Drive # 206
AccessibilityAccessible Hallway(s)
AppliancesRange, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Association AmenitiesBike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Sundeck, High Speed Conn., Trail(s)
Availability Date2025-06-12
CityChicago
Construction MaterialsBrick
ContingencyOther Contingency
CoolingCentral Air
CountyCook
DirectionsBuilding entrance on Ohio Street, which is one way street. 15 minute flashing zone in front of building.
Elementary School District299
Full Baths1
Garage Spaces1
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
High School District299
MLS AreaCHI - Near North Side
Middle/Junior School District299
ModificationTimestamp2025-06-03T20:37:01.959Z
Pets AllowedAdditional Pet Rent, Cats OK, Number Limit
PossessionClosing
Property TypeResidential Lease
Property TypeResidential Lease
Rent IncludesCable TV, Gas, Water, Scavenger, Doorman, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Internet
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive Under Contract
StatusContingent
Sub TypeCondo
Total Rooms4
TownshipNorth Chicago
Unit Number206
Year Built1916
Exterior for 540 N Lake Shore Drive # 206
BuyerOfficeFax(847) 327-0405
Lot DimensionsCOMMON
Other EquipmentCeiling Fan(s)
Parking FeaturesGarage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Assigned, Secured, Garage
Total Parking2
Water SourceLake Michigan
WaterfrontY/NNo
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