Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

1242 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60610 has one bedroom available and rents for $3,000/mo.

Can I see a model or tour 1242 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60610?

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What neighborhood is the property located in?

1242 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60610 is in Old Town in the city of Chicago. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.6 mile of the property. Five parks are within 2.4 miles, including Lincoln Park Zoo, Lincoln Park, and Lake Shore Park.

Houses Illinois Cook County Chicago Old Town 1242 N Wells St

$3,000 / Month

1242 N Wells St

Chicago, IL 60610

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1242 N Wells St

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Beds	Baths	Average SF
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br	1.5 Baths 1.5 Baths 1.5 Ba	1,300 SF

Fees and Policies

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About This Property

This is an AMAZING AND UNIQUE LOFT in Old Towns Coolest Loft Apartment located over an historic Fire Dept. with original firehouse features overlooking a private courtyard with English Ivy year round. Wake up to birds chirping right out your window! This 2 story apartment has 23 foot ceilings with skylights and a separate balcony on each level. The contemporary finishes and layout include a dramatic first level with the kitchen, dining, 2 story open living room and powder room along with a gas fireplace and custom built in shelving and storage. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinetry. Then heading up to the 2nd level from a contemporary stainless railed staircase, you enter the master bedroom suite! This level enjoys skylights, parquet flooring, tons and tons of storage, you will find it hard to fill it all! The full bath has a marble walk in shower with skylight and historic architectural features of the old firehouse, The fire hose drying rack stands out as you recall the life this property had in the past. Washer/dryer in the 2nd floor bath. The balcony extending off the master bath extends over the landscaped and private courtyard. You will not find another place like this anywhere! A very special and unique place! UTILITIES INCLUDED IN THE RENT (gas, electric, water) WHICH IS APPROX $200 WORTH OF VALUE. You only have to pay cable/internet. Located across the street from Plum Market grocery store with many restaurants all along Happening Wells Street! This won't last long!

1242 N Wells St is a house located in Cook County and the 60610 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.

House Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Washer/Dryer Hookup

Hardwood Floors

Washer/Dryer Hookup
Air Conditioning
Storage Space
Dishwasher
Stainless Steel Appliances
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Hardwood Floors
Skylights

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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Neighborhood

The historic neighborhood of Old Town is located in the North Side of Chicago, adjacent to Lincoln Park. Its buildings date back to the Victorian era, but the pace is anything but old-fashioned.

Old Town is lively both day and night – residents enjoy the cool, eclectic shops as well as rustic taverns along Wells Street. When you first step into the community, you’ll probably notice the iron “Old Town” sign. You’ll also discover the diversity here, both in food and culture. The comedy zone is a great place to go for a good laugh – check out the Second City or Zanies Comedy Club for weekly shows.

In addition to the eclectic shops along Wells Street, residents find comfort in the local market where they can purchase fragrant spices, imported oils, and blended wines. Many family-owned restaurants reside here - from pizza parlors to steakhouses and sushi.

Learn more about living in Old Town

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds	Average Size	Lowest	Typical	Premium
Studio Studio Studio	483-487 Sq Ft	$1,195	$1,903	$5,449
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed	736-739 Sq Ft	$1,375	$2,833	$6,148
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds	1116-1122 Sq Ft	$1,200	$3,920	$8,963
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds	1413 Sq Ft	$1,285	$4,816	$23,973
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds	1304 Sq Ft	$1,179	$1,843	$11,500

Amenities

Washer/Dryer Hookup
Air Conditioning
Storage Space

Dishwasher
Stainless Steel Appliances
Microwave

Range
Refrigerator
Hardwood Floors

Skylights

Expenses

Utilities Included

Gas, Water, Electricity, Heat Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Moody Bible Institute	Walk:	8 min	0.5 mi
Loyola University, Water Tower	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi
Kendall College	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Northwestern Univ., Chicago	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi

1242 N Wells St is within 8 minutes or 0.5 mile from Moody Bible Institute. It is also near Loyola University, Water Tower and Kendall College.

Schools

Manierre Elementary School

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

250 Students

Attendance Zone

Hope College Prep High School

Public High School

Grades 9-11

Attendance Zone

Lincoln Park High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

2,107 Students

Attendance Zone

Catherine Cook School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

502 Students

Nearby

Cornerstone Academy

Private High School

Grades 9-12

30 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include Clark/Division Station, located 0.3 mile from 1242 N Wells St. 1242 N Wells St is near Chicago Midway International, located 12.7 miles or 22 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 16.5 miles or 26 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Clark/Division Station	Walk:	5 min	0.3 mi
Sedgwick Station	Walk:	10 min	0.6 mi
Chicago Avenue Station (Brown, Purple Lines)	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Chicago Avenue Station (Red Line)	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi
North/Clybourn Station	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Chicago Millennium Station	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Chicago Ogilvie Transportation Center	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Clybourn Station	Drive:	4 min	2.3 mi
Chicago Union Station	Drive:	7 min	2.4 mi
Van Buren Station	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Chicago Midway International	Drive:	22 min	12.7 mi
Chicago O'Hare International	Drive:	26 min	16.5 mi

Walkability Near 1242 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60610

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This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1242 N Wells St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Old Town Square	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Piper's Alley	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
333 North Plaza	Walk:	10 min	0.6 mi

1242 N Wells St has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Lincoln Park Zoo	Walk:	18 min	1.0 mi
Lincoln Park	Walk:	20 min	1.1 mi
Lake Shore Park	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Oz Park	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Notebaert Nature Museum	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi

1242 N Wells St has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Lincoln Park Zoo, Lincoln Park, and Lake Shore Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Northwestern Memorial Hospital	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago	Drive:	5 min	2.8 mi

1242 N Wells St has 3 hospitals within 2.8 miles, the nearest is Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago which is 1.3 miles away and a 3 minute drive.