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640 Briar
640 W Briar St,
Chicago,
IL
60657
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640 Briar
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Lively Neighborhood, Walk-in Closets, Parking On-site (Extra charge monthly) 640 W. Briar is a distinctive vintage three-story walk up building built in 1920 and offers comfortable and affordable apartments. An ideal location, 640 sits one block south of Belmont between Halsted and Broadway in one of Chicago's most interesting, eclectic neighborhoods, offering numerous shops, cafes, bookstores, and restaurants within walking distance. The apartments are rehabbed efficiency studios ideal for people with an active lifestyle. Parking is available on site, and with all utilities included, the residents pay only cable/internet with the rent. 640 makes living simple and affordable in a great neighborhood! We have limited updated units with new kitchens, bathrooms and flooring. Walking Distance To: Lakefront beaches Wrigley Field Shopping/entertainment/restaurants on Broadway Avenue Belmont "L" Stop (Red, Purple & Brown lines from Belmont, transfers to Blue, Green & Orange lines) Ten minutes to the Magnificent Mile, seven minutes to the Loop.
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Hardwood Floors
About 640 Briar
Lively Neighborhood, Walk-in Closets, Parking On-site (Extra charge monthly) 640 W. Briar is a distinctive vintage three-story walk up building built in 1920 and offers comfortable and affordable apartments. An ideal location, 640 sits one block south of Belmont between Halsted and Broadway in one of Chicago's most interesting, eclectic neighborhoods, offering numerous shops, cafes, bookstores, and restaurants within walking distance. The apartments are rehabbed efficiency studios ideal for people with an active lifestyle. Parking is available on site, and with all utilities included, the residents pay only cable/internet with the rent. 640 makes living simple and affordable in a great neighborhood! We have limited updated units with new kitchens, bathrooms and flooring. Walking Distance To: Lakefront beaches Wrigley Field Shopping/entertainment/restaurants on Broadway Avenue Belmont "L" Stop (Red, Purple & Brown lines from Belmont, transfers to Blue, Green & Orange lines) Ten minutes to the Magnificent Mile, seven minutes to the Loop.
640 Briar is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60657 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Bike Room
- Carpeting
- Ceiling Fan
- Large Closets
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Walk-Up
Apartment Features
- Ceiling Fans
- Hardwood Floors
- Window Coverings
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640 W Briar St,
Chicago,
IL
60657
If you love baseball — particularly if you love the Chicago Cubs — there's only one neighborhood for you: Lakeview! Bordering Lake Michigan on the north side of Chicago directly above Lincoln Park, Lakeview houses one of Chicago’s most popular destinations: Wrigley Field. Originally built in 1914 for Federal League’s Chicago Whales, Wrigley Field is one the oldest still-operating stadiums in the MLB. It was renamed Wrigley Field in 1926 by then-owner William Wrigley Jr., a chewing gum manufacturer.
Of course, there's more to Lakeview than baseball. From the luxury high-rise apartments along Lake Shore Drive to the tree-filled streets and single-family homes in Graceland West, there's something for everyone in Lakeview. This large neighborhood consists of several smaller enclaves, including Wrigleyville, Boystown, and North Halsted. Lakeview features several theaters, such as the Music Box Theater and the Playground Theater, as well as music venues and shops.
Learn more about living in Lakeview
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Lakeview | Chicago, IL | |
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| Studio | $1,388 | $1,651 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,977 | $2,055 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,793 | $2,591 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,828 | $3,101 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
640 Briar is within 3 minutes or 1.5 miles from DePaul Univ., Lincoln Park. It is also near Truman College and DeVry University-Illinois.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
649 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,364 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-11
96 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
246 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
83 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 Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines), located 0.4 mile from 640 Briar. 640 Briar is near Chicago Midway International, located 14.5 miles or 25 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.8 miles or 25 minutes away.
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.7 mi |
| Drive: | 8 min | 5.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 25 min | 14.5 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 25 min | 14.8 mi |
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
100
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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
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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 640 Briar.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
640 Briar has 3 shopping centers within 0.3 mile, which is about a 5-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Notebaert Nature Museum
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Lincoln Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Oz Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Lincoln Park Zoo
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi |
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Wrightwood Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
640 Briar has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Notebaert Nature Museum, Lincoln Park, and Lincoln Park Zoo.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
640 Briar has 3 hospitals within 1.3 miles, the nearest is Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center which is 0.5 mile away and a 9 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 33 min | 22.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 50 min | 33.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 46 min | 33.4 mi |
640 Briar has 3 military bases within 33.4 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 22.5 miles away and a 33 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.
640 W Briar St
Chicago, IL 60657