Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,800 - $4,965
Studio - 2 Beds
Foswyn
5240 N Winthrop Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60640
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Foswyn
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Roof Terrace
- Deck
- Controlled Access
- Sundeck
- Elevator
- Hardwood Floors
- Business Center
About Foswyn
Brand new gorgeous luxury studio with all the bells and whistles. Stainless appliances, white carrera countertops and tile bath. Hardwood planks throughout. Free high speed WiFi. Rooftop deck is spectacular. Amazon Hub 24/7 Parcel Reception and mobile key system: Latch Located in Edgewater - Steps away from both the Lakefront Trail & Broadway thoroughfare. Leasing by RentLife LLC, as agent for owner
Foswyn is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60640 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Clubhouse
Roof Terrace
- Package Service
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Roof Terrace
- Sundeck
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Hardwood Floors
- Deck
Nearby Apartments with Balcony
5240 N Winthrop Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60640
Located at the tip of Lincoln Park and at the end of Lake Shore Drive, Edgewater developed during the late 1800s as a resort town for Chicago's prominent citizens. The gorgeous beaches that stretch along Lake Michigan in Edgewater still attract visitors, and its beautiful skyline of towering offices and apartment buildings house those who've discovered the endless charm of this historic neighborhoods.
Edgewater is about seven miles north of Downtown Chicago, stretched along the coast and offering gorgeous parks and hiking trails along the lake, in addition to the beaches. The neighborhood is home to the Bryn Mawr Historic District, fantastic restaurants, and a variety of locally-owned shops and businesses. Loyola University Chicago, considered one of the best universities in the world, borders Edgewater on the northeast corner. The Swedish American Museum, established in 1976, is one of the neighborhood's landmarks.
Learn more about living in Edgewater
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Edgewater | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,148 | $1,627 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,471 | $2,019 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,038 | $2,536 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,664 | $3,055 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
Foswyn is within 3 minutes or 1.1 miles from Truman College. It is also near Loyola University, Lakeshore and North Park University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
554 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,583 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
128 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 Argyle, located 0.2 mile from Foswyn. Foswyn is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.0 miles or 25 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 19.5 miles or 29 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 25 min | 14.0 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 29 min | 19.5 mi |
Walkability Near Foswyn
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
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 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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Soundscore™
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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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 Foswyn.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
Foswyn has 3 shopping centers within 0.2 mile, which is about a 3-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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Chase Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Winnemac Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Warren Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Touhy Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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Rogers Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
Foswyn has 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Chase Park, Winnemac Park, and Warren Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
Foswyn has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is AURORA CHICAGO LAKESHORE HOSPITAL which is 0.8 mile away and a 15 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 33 min | 21.7 mi |
Foswyn is 21.7 miles and a 33 minute drive from US Military Reservation Elk Grove.
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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.
5240 N Winthrop Ave
Chicago, IL 60640