Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,800 - $4,965
Studio - 2 Beds
The Colony
6001 N Kenmore Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60660
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
382 - 622 sq ft
The Colony
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The Colony 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
- 24 Hour emergency maintenance on site
- BBQ Stone Patio Seating Area
- BBQ Stone Patio Seating with Grill
- Bike Parking
- ButterflyMX Intercom with Key Fob Security Access
- Convenient Access to Shopping Dining & Entertainment
- Easy CTA Access
- Elevator Building
- Front Door Intercom & Key Fob Security Access
- Heat
- Heat & Water Included
- Hot Water
- Laundry Center with Mobile Pay
- On-Site Parking Options for Additional Monthly Fee
- Renovated Elevator
- Renovated Lobby & Hallways
- Short Distance to Parks & Beaches
- Trash & Recycling
- Water
Community Amenities
- Key Fob Entry
- Fitness Center
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
6001 N Kenmore Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60660
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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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 | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.4 mi |
The Colony is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from Loyola University, Lakeshore. It is also near Truman College and North Park University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
532 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,583 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
247 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
700 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
278 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Thorndale Station, located 0.2 mile from The Colony. The Colony is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.6 miles or 27 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 20.3 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: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 27 min | 14.6 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 29 min | 20.3 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
90
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
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
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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 The Colony.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
The Colony has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. 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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Touhy Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Warren Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Chase Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi |
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Rogers Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Winnemac Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
The Colony has 5 parks within 4.1 miles, including Chase Park, Touhy Park, and Winnemac Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
The Colony has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is AURORA CHICAGO LAKESHORE HOSPITAL which is 2.0 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 36 min | 23.4 mi |
The Colony is 23.4 miles and a 36 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.
6001 N Kenmore Ave
Chicago, IL 60660