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Bright & Modern Apt | Steps to Lake, Train, Food
This is the ideal location for your trip to Chicago! Steps from the Red Line Train, Foster Beach, Lake Shore Drive, Lake Front Trail, amazing Restaurants & a quality grocery store. You'll enjoy a clean & spacious 2 bedrooms apartment w/ friendly neighbors, flawless check-in & reserved parking. This place is safe & provides a beautiful & stocked apartment to relax after a busy day in the city. Short walk to Andersonville & Asia on Argyle for wonderful food options. The Riv &Aragon for concerts

Cozy 2BD Lake Apt Near Downtown, McCormick & More
Enjoy your getaway in this cozy solar powered and eco-sustainable garden apartment 5 minutes walking to Lake Michigan where you can access beaches, bike paths, prairies, parks & more! We are less that 8 min away from downtown, the University of Chicago, Soldier Field, the Field Museum and more. Our home is located in the historic Oakland neighborhood, central to so much of what Chicago has to offer. We love welcoming guests to our garden apartment where making your stay relaxing is our pleasure

Hidden Gem:Artsy Speakeasy in Historic Bronzeville
Enjoy this fun and unique 1-bed 1.5-bath speakeasy in the heart of Chicago's Bronzeville District. This artsy vibe features eclectic décor, hand-painted murals, Smart TVs, wet bar, wellness studio, remote workspace, free street parking, and ground-level-step-free access. This cozy space is perfect for fun couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and game night aficionados. Easy access to Downtown (6 miles to Mag Mile, Navy Pier, Millennium Park), Beach (1 mile), Museums, & Sports arenas.

Evanston 2BR 2Bth 1 Blk to Beach
With its older charm, modern comforts, and unbeatable proximity to the beach, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit offers an ideal getaway. Only 1 block from beautiful Lake Michigan and South Blvd Beach, you will love our spacious, sunny apt. Whether you're staying for a short visit or a lengthy one, you'll feel the comfort of home on a tree-lined street. The unit has hardwood floors throughout, comfortable bedrooms, a fully stocked kitchen, dining room, and a sunroom looking out on the backyard patio.

420 at Cheltenham 4BR
If you want to experience an authentic piece of Chicago and it’s rich history, our place is a cozy spot to start and it’s just like being at home. Summertime Chicago Lake Shore Drive Beaches. Lollapalooza. Chicago Riverwalk. Concerts at Soldiers Field-Bears. Winter wonder festival. The Bean. Great for larger groups visiting looking to divide costs. Obama Library, Southshore golf course, Reggies on the Beach, Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Museum of Science & Industry are all within 20 minutes.

Gorgeous, cozy 1-bedroom Suite in Andersonville
Our place is a short walking distance to everything. “Timeout” rated Andersonville #2 of the “worlds coolest neighborhoods”. Check out their Neighborhood Guide online for the best restaurants, bars & shops to visit. You’ll love your suite because of the quiet ambiance, location, complete privacy and NO cleaning fee. We are close to public transport and about 1 mile to the lakefront & Lake Shore Drive. 5 miles N of downtown Chicago. Perfect for couples, solo adventurers and business travelers.

Historic Coach House in Evanston Near Beach & Town
Stay in the Coach House of this exquisitely restored Historic Landmark Manor House, one block to Lake Michigan's beaches and close to town and NU. Enjoy the entire coach house which is renovated and includes a large bedroom with king bed and desk, a sun-filled living room/dining room, a full bath with claw-foot soaking tub and shower and a kitchen with amenities. The space can be equipped with an air mattress for an extra guest. Also available is a 3rd floor guest suite in the main house.

RockStar Pad W3A BoysTown/Wrigley Field/Parking lot
HAVE IT ALL @ W3A Chicago Wrigley Field/Boystown/Lakeview -Newly renovated like new in safe centrally located East Lakeview. -10 min walk to Wrigley Field, Boys town, beaches, super markets, restaurants with late night dining. 5 min walk to Metro Sheridan Red Line (direct downtown), private enclosed parking $10/night & or free permits for street parking -600 thread count linens, fluffy soft pillows, house coats, high speed WiFi, Sonos speakers, stylish design & in unit washer & dryer

Steps to Mag Mile, 2 BD , fast Wi-Fi, W&D
Private 2BR apt. in vintage 3-flat in the heart of Chicago's Michigan Ave/Gold Coast neighborhood. Fantastic locations steps from world-class shopping and restaurants, Oak St. beach, and public transportation (L trains, express bus). Includes A/C, washer-dryer, super-fast wi-fi, smart TV, and workspace. Hourly rate garage parking next door. Note: Guests must walk up one flight of stairs. Light sleepers should bring earplugs as there are noises typical of a big city.

Blue Brick Apartment in Bridgeport - Park for Free
• Free street parking • Trains to Downtown!! • Fully stocked kitchen • Walk to dining & bars! • Free parking pad in rear • Noise monitoring equipment • Walk score 93! Bike Score 92! • 600 sq ft apartment | 2nd floor | Patio • Safe, working class neighborhood! • Commute to Downtown: 15min (drive) • 28min (transit/train) | 22min(bike) • Building video surveillance alarm system • Washer | Dryer | Dishwasher are included • Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | Bikeshares(Divvy)

3bdrm/2bthrm brownstone 10 mins to Obama Center
Newly restored Brownstone in historic Bronzeville neighborhood near ecerything (5 mins to Oakwood Beach, 8 mins to McCormic Place Ctr., White Sox pk, & Museum of Science and Industry, 10 mins to Obama Center, Soldiers Field, & U of C, 11 mins to Art Institute, & 12 mins to Millennium park) Built in 1868, this 3br/2ba apartment has antique furniture and finishes with contemporary touches, smart tech & security, in lakefront neighborhood

Elegant Suite in Gold Coast
Steps away from the Magnificent Mile, and the high-end boutiques of Oak and Rush Street, this generous one-bedroom apartment is perfectly situated in the middle of the action for your Chicago adventure. ***Please note that from March until the end of July 2026, there will be construction on the upper floors of the building that may cause noise during the daytime hours. Construction will not be happening on the weekends.***
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The Lakefront Lookout (Rooftop Deck • Gym)

Andersonville's Secret Garden: 2 beds, 1 bath

The Loyola Garden Flat: Huge 2BR Near Lake

Convenient Location Near Loyola/Northwestern

Andersonville Garden Living

Beautiful Hollywood-Ridge Suite in Edgewater

Quiet city getaway by beach in fun neighborhood

Remodeled, Near Loyola, Beach and Subway
House rentals with beach access

B42: Spacious w/ Modern Art/Decor Mins to DWTN

CasaNova Modern City Living

Historic Old Town, Fabulous 4 Bedroom Home

Spacious 4BR Home + Private Basement Apt |3.5 Bth

Private Downtown Retreat with Rooftop Oasis

The Spa of Downtown Whiting

Spacious 3 Level Home with 5 BDR/3 BA & 2 Kitchens

Modern 3BR Near McCormick • 12 Min to Downtown
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Studio flat in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast

South Shore Dr Retreat

2BD/2BA MAG MILE MASTERPIECE (+Rooftop)

The ModernFarmhouse Chicago-Near Downtown Chicago

Spacious Beauty 3BR 3Bath Duplex w/ Roof-Top Deck

Pets OK | Walk Score 95 | Desk | 1,750ft² |W/D

FreeParking/Laundry/BigSpace!/FamilyFun!/GameRoom!

Spacious Evanston Unit - Walk to Northwestern U
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- Wrigley Field
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