Located in Chicago's vibrant West Loop neighborhood, this single-floor commercial lobby at 147–169 N Desplaines St presents a sophisticated and thoughtfully designed arrival experience. The entrance is framed by dramatic floor-to-ceiling glass curtain walls, flanked by built-in planter beds featuring lush greenery that soften the industrial-modern aesthetic. Inside, the expansive lobby is anchored by a contemporary white reception desk with warm wood accents, set beneath an open mezzanine level outfitted with glass-panel railings and exposed structural beams that add architectural depth. Stone-tiled flooring flows throughout, lending a polished, durable foundation to the space. A standout lounge area features a sleek, freestanding linear fireplace set against a wall of steel-framed windows offering views of tree-lined streetscapes. A large-scale, vibrant abstract mural in warm amber and golden tones serves as a bold artistic focal point, complemented by plush seating. A secondary corridor leads to a bank of stainless steel elevators, where herringbone wood flooring, a built-in service counter, and curated wall-mounted displays create a refined transition space. Throughout, the interplay of natural light, contemporary art, and high-quality materials establishes a welcoming yet impressive professional environment.
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Monthly Rent
$2,455 - $4,975
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
460 - 965 sq ft
Highlights
- Top Rated by Renters
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Pool
- Office
- Fireplace
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit Emme-1313price $2,563square feet 487availibility Jul 8
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Unit Emme-413price $2,455square feet 487availibility Jul 29
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Unit Emme-614price $2,510square feet 463availibility Aug 21
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Unit Emme-715price $2,749square feet 606availibility Jul 13
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Unit Emme-416price $2,876square feet 654availibility Jul 14
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Unit Emme-1202price $3,010square feet 615availibility Jul 22
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Unit Emme-1311price $2,979square feet 582availibility Jul 29
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Unit Emme-404price $2,766square feet 612availibility Aug 6
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Unit Emme-815price $2,917square feet 606availibility Aug 9
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Unit Emme-403price $3,325square feet 660availibility Aug 21
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Unit Emme-601price $4,290square feet 927availibility Aug 7
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Unit Emme-801price $4,318square feet 927availibility Aug 20
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Unit Emme-710price $4,280square feet 962availibility Aug 21
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Unit Emme-1301price $4,672square feet 927availibility Aug 27
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Unit Emme-1313price $2,563square feet 487availibility Jul 8
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Unit Emme-413price $2,455square feet 487availibility Jul 29
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Unit Emme-614price $2,510square feet 463availibility Aug 21
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Unit Emme-715price $2,749square feet 606availibility Jul 13
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Unit Emme-416price $2,876square feet 654availibility Jul 14
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Unit Emme-1202price $3,010square feet 615availibility Jul 22
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Unit Emme-1311price $2,979square feet 582availibility Jul 29
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Unit Emme-404price $2,766square feet 612availibility Aug 6
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Unit Emme-815price $2,917square feet 606availibility Aug 9
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Unit Emme-403price $3,325square feet 660availibility Aug 21
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Unit Emme-601price $4,290square feet 927availibility Aug 7
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Unit Emme-801price $4,318square feet 927availibility Aug 20
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Unit Emme-710price $4,280square feet 962availibility Aug 21
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Unit Emme-1301price $4,672square feet 927availibility Aug 27
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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Utilities & Essentials
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Utility BundleIncludes : Water, Sewer, Gas, Trash, Internet, and Cable Charged per unit.$170 - $220 / mo
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Electric ServicesAmount for provision and consumption of electric. Charged per unit.Usage-Based
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Renters Liability InsuranceAmount of renters liability insurance obtained through resident's provider of choice. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd PartyVaries / mo
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application FeeAmount to process application and initiate background screening. Charged per applicant.$50
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Administrative FeeAmount to process application, account setup, and administrative costs. Charged per unit.$500
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Pet Fee - DogMax of 2. Two (2) pet maximum per apartment home. Breed and other restrictions may apply. See Leasing Professional for more details. Charged per pet.$350
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Pet RentMax of 2. Monthly amount per authorized pet living in the rental apartment. Charged per pet.$25 / mo
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Cats
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Pet Fee - CatMax of 2. Two (2) pet maximum per apartment home. Breed and other restrictions may apply. See Leasing Professional for more details. Charged per pet.$250
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Pet RentMax of 2. Monthly amount per authorized pet living in the rental apartment. Charged per pet.$25 / mo
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Covered
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$300 / mo
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Other Parking Fees
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Reserved ParkingMax of 1. Amount for optional reserved parking. Spaces subject to availability. Charged per vehicle.$325 / mo
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Storage RentalMax of 1. Amount for optional storage rental. Spaces subject to availability. Charged per rentable item.$45 / mo
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Pet ManagementThird-party service for pet screening, per pet due at move-in and renewal. Fee range based on payment type. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party$25 - $30
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Flexible Rent Payment Service$14.99 + 1%-3.5% of total Third-party service for flexible rent payments. Includes monthly fee in addition to 1% of total for debit/bank account payment or 3.5% for credit card payment. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd PartyVaries / mo
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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6 - 13 Month Leases
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 2017
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199 units/14 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About EMME
In the heart of the West Loop, curated design and airy amenities collide to create a community that is as beautiful as it is comfortable. Gather with friends for a cookout on the terrace, unwind by the fireplace, pick fresh herbs from community planters, sweat it out in our cutting-edge fitness center, or dive into a new book in our library. Enjoy all our luxury apartments have to offer.
EMME is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60661 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- A/C
- Air Conditioning
Community Amenities
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Pool
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Fireplace
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Office
Chicago’s West Loop has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting areas to eat, drink, and experience the city's best, so it’s no wonder locals are envious of anyone who gets to call this neighborhood home. Where industrial warehouses once stood, swanky high-rise apartments and condos now provide unbeatable views of the river and the city skyline. West Loop's convenient central location puts renters within walking distance of Downtown, Little Italy, and the Medical District. Numerous bus and rail lines passing through make it easy to commute anywhere in the city.
West Loop locals enjoy a mind-boggling selection of restaurants, bars, specialty grocery stores, art galleries, and performance venues. The mix of modern and classical architecture combined with the various public art installations reflects the neighborhood’s unique historic and creative influences, and a distinctive European flair permeates the whole environment.
Learn more about living in West LoopCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| West Loop | Chicago, IL | |
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| Studio | $2,216 | $1,645 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,822 | $2,048 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,119 | $2,587 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,385 | $3,092 |
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- A/C
- Air Conditioning
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Office
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Clinton Station (Green, Pink Lines), located 0.1 mile from EMME. EMME is near Chicago Midway International, located 10.6 miles or 17 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 17.0 miles or 26 minutes away.
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 17 min | 10.6 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 26 min | 17.0 mi |
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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.
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Walk: | 4 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Alliance for the Great Lakes
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Openlands
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Millennium Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Grant Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Lake Shore Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 34 min | 24.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 42 min | 29.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 52 min | 34.5 mi |
EMME Photos
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Lobby
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Building Primary
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Alternate Exterior
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Rooftop Pool
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Rooftop View
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BBQ Grilling Station
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Outdoor Terrace
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Fire Pits
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EMME has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at EMME. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
EMME has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,455/mo. to $4,975/mo.
Yes, EMME welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,455 for a studio, you would need to earn about $98,200 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
EMME is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,455.
Yes! EMME offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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.
165 N Desplaines St
Chicago, IL 60661