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481 E Waterside Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA|Loop
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Images Available- Walk-in closet
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Wellness
Work-from-home
Eco living
Amenities for 481 E Waterside Dr, Loop
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Freezer | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready | Wired For Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Building |
| Dogs OK | EV Charging |
| Fitness Center | Onsite Laundry |
| Security Cameras |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Hot Tub/Spa |
| Outdoor Space | Swimming Pool |
Services
| Door Attendant |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks | Street |
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Policies and fees
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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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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 481 E Waterside Dr
Property Id: 2388849 PROPERTY HIGHTLIGHTS - THE LOOP • Waterside high-rise overlooking Lake Michigan & the Chicago River • Built in 2021 - 37 stories in Lakeshore East • Steps from Lakefront Trail, Navy Pier & 5-acre landscaped park • Bosch kitchen appliances & quartz countertops • Designer cabinetry, 9-foot ceilings & wide-plank flooring • Floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning lake, river or skyline views • Gas stove with ventilated hood • Keyless entry & custom walk-in closet systems • In-unit washer & dryer • Select residences feature private balconies • Four levels of luxury amenities • Outdoor pool with cabanas & 25-yard indoor lap pool • Hydrotherapy pool, spa salon & massage suite • Extensive fitness center & lake view terrace • Chef’s kitchen, game room & creative studio • Indoor children’s playroom • Dog washing station & indoor/outdoor dog runs • Cats & dogs welcome FEATURES Balcony-Some Units Central Air-Yes Dishwasher-All Dogs-No Weight Limit EV Charging Fitness Center Flooring-Hardwood Only Garage High-Rise Laundry- W/D In Unit Luxury Property New Property Pool-Indoor Pool-Outdoor Security-24 Hour Doorman Smoking-No Stove-Gas • When is your move date? Is it flexible? • Do you have any pets? • What is your budget? • Neighborhoods you're considering? • When are you available for a tour?
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 481 E Waterside Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Loop |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60601 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Loop
1-bedroom apartments at 481 E Waterside Dr cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
Loop
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,319 |
| April 2024 | $2,180 |
| May 2024 | $2,248 |
| June 2024 | $2,337 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,210 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,952 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,011 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $3,216 |
| April 2024 | $2,638 |
| May 2024 | $2,453 |
| June 2024 | $2,538 |
| July 2024 | $3,364 |
| August 2024 | $2,618 |
| September 2024 | $2,591 |
| October 2024 | $2,545 |
| November 2024 | $2,483 |
| December 2024 | $2,355 |
| January 2025 | $2,381 |
| February 2025 | $2,427 |
| March 2025 | $2,485 |
| April 2025 | $2,549 |
| May 2025 | $2,602 |
| June 2025 | $2,640 |
| July 2025 | $2,725 |
| August 2025 | $2,630 |
| September 2025 | $2,564 |
| October 2025 | $2,575 |
| November 2025 | $2,449 |
| December 2025 | $2,499 |
| January 2026 | $2,504 |
| February 2026 | $2,532 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 481 E Waterside Dr
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
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Getting around Chicago near 481 E Waterside Dr
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 481 E Waterside Dr, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally 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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