Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,641 - $6,410
Studio - 2 Beds
1020 W Ardmore Ave
1020 W Ardmore Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60660
2 Weeks Ago
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1020 W Ardmore Ave
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Bike-Friendly Area
- Waterfront
- Pet Washing Station
- Controlled Access
- Lake Access
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Elevator
- Property Manager on Site
About 1020 W Ardmore Ave Chicago, IL 60660
Gorgeous building from the 1920's, less than a block to the Lake. The grand lobby has marble floors, gilded mirrors, and two secure front entry doors. There is a laundry, fitness and residents lounge on the first floor as well as storage for bicycles. The two wings of the building each have their own elevator, and garbage collection or trash chute on each floor. We also recycle. The building is pet friendly, both dogs and cats, under 60 pounds. It is a n smoking building, lovingly maintained, with stunning details and immaculately clean.
1020 W Ardmore Ave is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60660 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 1 Block To The Beach
- 20 Minutes To The Loop
- Bike Path
- El Station @ Thorndale, 147 Express Bus
- Elevator
- Jogging & Hiking Trail
- Lake Front Views
- Mariano's, Jewel, Whole Foods, Aldi's
- Secure Entry
- Walk To Everything
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Controlled Access
Recycling
Key Fob Entry
24 Hour Access
Trash Pickup - Curbside
Property Services
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Recycling
- Composting
- Pet Washing Station
- Public Transportation
- Key Fob Entry
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Storage Space
- Disposal Chutes
- Vintage Building
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Walking/Biking Trails
Outdoor Features
- Waterfront
- Lake Access
Apartment Features
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- Dining Room
- Window Coverings
1020 W Ardmore Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60660
Chicago sprawls across roughly 228 square miles on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, with nearly 28 miles of lakefront where glass towers catch the morning light and commuter trains rumble through neighborhoods shaped by more than a century of reinvention. This is a city built on bold architecture and bolder ambition, where you can stand beneath the steel ribs of the “L” tracks one moment and find yourself strolling through Grant Park’s open lawns the next.
Renters here choose between classic greystone walk-ups in Lakeview, converted lofts in the West Loop’s Fulton Market district, and sleek high-rises with lake views in Streeterville. Logan Square draws crowds to its Milwaukee Avenue dining scene and the elevated 606 trail, while Lincoln Park offers tree-lined streets near the free zoo. River North packs art galleries alongside bustling restaurants, and Hyde Park anchors the South Side with the Museum of Science and Industry nearby.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.3 mi |
1020 W Ardmore Ave is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from Loyola University, Lakeshore. It is also near Truman College and North Park University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
530 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-11
96 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,495 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
128 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
247 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
95 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Thorndale Station, located 0.3 mile from 1020 W Ardmore Ave. 1020 W Ardmore Ave is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 15.3 miles or 26 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 19.8 miles or 28 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 26 min | 15.3 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 28 min | 19.8 mi |
Walkability Near 1020 W Ardmore Ave Chicago, IL 60660
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
69
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 1020 W Ardmore Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
1020 W Ardmore Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Touhy Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
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Chase Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Warren Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Winnemac Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Rogers Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
1020 W Ardmore Ave has 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Chase Park, Winnemac Park, and Warren Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
1020 W Ardmore Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is AURORA CHICAGO LAKESHORE HOSPITAL which is 1.6 miles away and a 2 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 35 min | 23.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 43 min | 29.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 55 min | 37.7 mi |
1020 W Ardmore Ave has 3 military bases within 37.7 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 23.0 miles away and a 35 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1020 W Ardmore Ave
Chicago, IL 60660