Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,685 - $9,335
Studio - 2 Beds
Ridge-Magnolia
5643-5655 N Ridge Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60660
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About Ridge-Magnolia
HEAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR RENT! This beautiful vintage walk-up holds firm to its vintage allure, featuring great built-ins and beautiful hardwood floors, while offering modern perks such as ceiling fans and upgraded kitchens and bathrooms. Other amenities include a bike room, a recently upgraded 24-hour laundry room, and additional storage areas. The heat and hot water are included in your rent, so no need to worry about high heat bills during those c-c-c-cold Chicago winters. This prime Edgewater location is within easy walking distance to major public transportation, the lake front, and many great neighborhood shops and restaurants. In a recent resident survey, one long-time resident wrote, Everyone in the office has been so good to me for the last 8 years. Maintenance is spot on with any requests, and our Superintendents are very friendly and helpful. It is a quiet, well kempt building.
Ridge-Magnolia 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
- Outdoor porch
- 24 hr. laundry facilities
- Free heat and hot water
- Additional storage available
- Ceramic tile baths
- Hardwood floors
- Modern kitchens and baths
- Bike room
- Ceiling fan
- Thermalpane windows
- Intercom entry
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Storage Space
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
Ceiling Fans
- High Speed Internet Access
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Storage Space
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Porch
Location
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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.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
Ridge-Magnolia is within 3 minutes or 1.6 miles from Loyola University, Lakeshore. It is also near Truman College and North Park University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
1,067 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,583 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-11
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
439 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 Bryn Mawr Station, located 0.2 mile from Ridge-Magnolia. Ridge-Magnolia is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.0 miles or 25 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 19.9 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: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 6.3 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 | 19.9 mi |
Time and distance from Ridge-Magnolia.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
Ridge-Magnolia has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 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 | ||
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Chase Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Warren Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
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Touhy Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Winnemac Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
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Rogers Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.3 mi |
Ridge-Magnolia has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Chase Park, Winnemac Park, and Warren Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi |
Ridge-Magnolia 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: | 34 min | 21.6 mi |
Ridge-Magnolia is 21.6 miles and a 34 minute drive from US Military Reservation Elk Grove.
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5643-5655 N Ridge Ave
Chicago, IL 60660