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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Modern kitchens
- Hardwood floors
- Fitness center
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Balconies
- Sun deck
Location
245 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA|Near North Side
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Property Overview
Located in a lively area with many nearby dining, cultural, and mixed-use options, this home also offers on-site amenities that support social, wellness, and pet-friendly living. Modern kitchens, hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies, a sun deck, and a fitness center add to its appeal, while the available photos provide a helpful preview.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Fireplace- Images Available
- Roof deck
Great for
Wellness
Pet owners
Work-from-home
Amenities for 245 W Illinois St, Near North Side
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Dryer | Fireplace |
| Forced Air | Freezer |
| Gas | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Vaulted Ceiling |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready | Wired For Internet |
Building
| Business Center | Cats OK |
| Controlled Building | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Roof Deck |
| Security Cameras | Sewage |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Swimming Pool |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 245 W Illinois St
Property Id: 2936803 With the highest possible Transit Score of 100, this River North “newbie” is a 3-block drive to the I-90/94 entrance at Ohio and less than 10-minute walk to every CTA train. Convenience extends to the property as well, with all of the comforts of home in this contemporary urban playground. Hit the outdoor terrace and sun deck to hang out by the pool, enjoy lounging by the fire pits and grill up some steaks, or head to the rooftop for amazing views, a chef’s kitchen, media area and pool table. When it’s cold outside, head to the fitness center, get some work done in the business center or just sit and relax by the lobby fireplace. You really have the best of inside and outside worlds, with world-class restaurants, tons of shopping and the most vibrant entertainment in the city. And, of course, the property is 100% smoke-free with 24-hour security door staffing. When it’s time to call it a night, these apartment homes are just the place to kick off your shoes and relax. Smart, well-designed living spaces include balconies in every unit, floor-to-ceiling windows, modern kitchens, hardwood floors and in-unit washers and dryers. Earth friendly LED lighting, Nest Learning Thermostats, and non-toxic paints, glues and sealants make it environmentally sensitive as well. Parking is available on-site at an additional charge. Cats and dogs are accepted throughout and there is a dog run for your canine critter (dog breed restrictions apply, but there is no weight limit).
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 245 W Illinois St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Fireplace
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Roof deck
- Public roof space available
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.7 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Near North Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60654 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Near North Side
2-bedroom apartments at 245 W Illinois St cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Near North Side
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,612 |
| December 2024 | $2,508 |
| January 2025 | $2,470 |
| February 2025 | $2,498 |
| March 2025 | $2,508 |
| April 2025 | $2,495 |
| May 2025 | $2,498 |
| June 2025 | $2,498 |
| July 2025 | $2,550 |
| August 2025 | $2,491 |
| September 2025 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,428 |
| December 2025 | $2,348 |
| January 2026 | $2,436 |
| February 2026 | $2,425 |
| March 2026 | $2,537 |
| April 2026 | $2,503 |
| May 2026 | $2,574 |
| June 2026 | $2,595 |
| July 2026 | $2,536 |
| August 2026 | $2,512 |
| September 2026 | $2,518 |
| October 2026 | $2,671 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,728 |
| December 2024 | $3,690 |
| January 2025 | $3,702 |
| February 2025 | $3,733 |
| March 2025 | $3,900 |
| April 2025 | $3,957 |
| May 2025 | $4,126 |
| June 2025 | $4,199 |
| July 2025 | $4,198 |
| August 2025 | $4,128 |
| September 2025 | $4,001 |
| October 2025 | $3,952 |
| November 2025 | $3,844 |
| December 2025 | $3,858 |
| January 2026 | $3,883 |
| February 2026 | $3,962 |
| March 2026 | $4,163 |
| April 2026 | $4,306 |
| May 2026 | $4,425 |
| June 2026 | $4,462 |
| July 2026 | $4,380 |
| August 2026 | $4,295 |
| September 2026 | $4,208 |
| October 2026 | $4,143 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 245 W Illinois St
William B Ogden Elementary School
24 w walton st
chicago, IL, 60610
PK, K-8Public
B-
Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center
160 w wendell st
chicago, IL, 60610
PK, K-8Public
C+
Skinner North Elementary School
640 w scott st
chicago, IL, 60610
K-8Public
A-
Rudolph Elementary Learning Center
1628 w washington blvd
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-7Public
C+
Chicago Commons Guadalupano Family Center
1814 s paulina ave
chicago, IL, 60608
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Near North Side | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 245 W Illinois St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 245 W Illinois St, Chicago
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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North Loop Market
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Atlas Bonnie
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Glamour Closet
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Mohop Inc
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Edelman Leather
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Destnation Apparel
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Joe & the Juice
215 W Hubbard St
Doughnut Vault
401 N Franklin St
Starbucks
470 Merchandise Mart
Dunkin'
222 Merchandise Mart Plz
Starbucks
430 N Clark St
Shamrock Club
210 W Kinzie St
Four Corners Tavern Group
169 W Kinzie St
Highline Pizza Bar-River North, Chicago
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Gilt Bar
230 W Kinzie St
Ciccio Mio
226 W Kinzie St
Insurgent Brands LLC
412 N Wells St
Sunny Bowls
222 Merchandise Mart Plz
The Social Cheese
222 Merchandise Mart Plz
Einstein Bros Bagels
400 N Dearborn St
Goddess and the Baker, Wacker & Lasalle
225 N La Salle St
Park
Garden
Garden
theMart River Park
The Jetty
Soul Vibez Signature
431 N Wells St
Joe & the Juice
215 W Hubbard St
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
439 N Wells St
Brown Bag Seafood
414 N Wells St
Kinzie Chophouse
400 N Wells St
Wells / Hubbard
Sedgwick, Water Tower Express
Illinois / Wells
Grand
LaSalle / Hubbard
LaSalle
Wells / Merchandise Mart
Sedgwick, Water Tower Express
LaSalle / Kinzie
LaSalle
Chicago OTC
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Millennium Station
Metra Electric
Millennium Station
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Chicago Union Station
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Brown Line, Purple Line
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Clark / Lake
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Lake (Subway)
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Chicago (Brown / Purple)
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