This striking hotel lobby is defined by its standout architectural centerpiece: a sweeping geometric skylight ceiling crafted from a latticed grid of glass panels, suspended pendant lanterns casting warm amber light across the open lounge below. The reception area greets guests with a sleek, dark-paneled front desk set against high white walls and a bold dark ceiling, creating a sophisticated contrast. Polished concrete and terrazzo flooring with diamond-patterned inlays extend throughout the space, adding a vintage character that complements the eclectic design. The expansive lounge is thoughtfully arranged with clusters of sofas, armchairs, and a long communal dining table, offering guests both intimate and social settings. A bar — visible through a darkened doorway — adds a lively focal point. Along the corridors, gallery-style walls display an eclectic mix of framed photographs, maps, artwork, and directional signage, contributing to an atmosphere of curated charm. Leather armchairs and warm table lamps are positioned throughout, inviting guests to linger. The elevator foyer is a moody, dramatic contrast, featuring deep navy and near-black walls, metallic elevator doors, geometric terrazzo floors, and lush potted plants that add organic warmth to the bold, dark palette.
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Monthly Rent
$1,276 - $2,085
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Bedrooms
Studio - 1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
236 - 614 sq ft
The Lawrence House, built as a luxury apartment hotel, has been a cornerstone of life since its construction in 1928. The flats design team restored the building's original skylight, mosaic pool tiling, and terrazzo flooring as well as establishing an open lobby that acts as a free co-working space, adjacent to retailers such as a coffee shop and bar. Additional amenities include a backyard open to the public, a rooftop lounge and communal kitchen for residents, and a 6,000-square-foot fitness center including the fully restored pool and a boxing ring. The Lawrence House, located on the northeast corner of Kenmore and Lawrence avenue is the perfect location for an urban commuter. Just blocks away from the red line, our residents can walk, take the train, and bike to the lakefront and have ease of mind with our bike storage. The Lawrence House is a pet-friendly building and is home to cats, dogs, and even a teacup pig. Originally an apartment hotel, famous for housing musicians from the Aragon Ballroom and talent from the silent film production house Essanay film studios, The Lawrence House has preserved the spirit of the roaring ‘20s in contemporary apartment living. The lobby is open to the public and features an art deco barrel-vaulted skylight with a co-working table, lounge seating, a Heritage Outpost coffee shop, and Larry’s bar. A rooftop lounge, deck, and backyard provide ample seating for spring and summer fun with gas grills and seating areas. The Lawrence House offers studio, lofted studios, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom duplex apartments. The building's historical name was the New Lawrence Hotel, of which it was one of the founding buildings of the Uptown Entertainment District - with many notable people living in or staying temporarily at the hotel.
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Waterfront
- Vision Impaired Accessible
- Roof Terrace
- Cabana
- Yard
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Deck
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 928price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1130price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1030price $1,276square feet 237availibility Sep 12
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Unit 927price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1029price $1,276square feet 237availibility Oct 11
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Unit 1128price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1014price $1,380square feet 305availibility Sep 10
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Unit 421price $1,362square feet 303availibility Sep 16
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Unit 1021price $1,362square feet 303availibility Sep 17
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Unit 319price $1,362square feet 289availibility Sep 19
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Unit 820price $1,276square feet 300availibility Sep 20
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Unit 1224price $1,410square feet 236availibility Sep 25
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Unit 221price $1,276square feet 303availibility Oct 5
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Unit 214price $1,276square feet 305availibility Oct 6
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Unit 1111price $1,276square feet 300availibility Oct 11
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Unit 416price $1,570square feet 448availibility Oct 11
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Unit 1124price $1,477square feet 319availibility Oct 25
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Unit 1104price $1,352square feet 298availibility Nov 7
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Unit 809price $2,085square feet 614availibility Sep 13
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Unit 410price $1,755square feet 408availibility Sep 26
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Unit 928price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1130price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1030price $1,276square feet 237availibility Sep 12
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Unit 927price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1029price $1,276square feet 237availibility Oct 11
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Unit 1128price $1,276square feet 237availibility Now
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Unit 1014price $1,380square feet 305availibility Sep 10
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Unit 421price $1,362square feet 303availibility Sep 16
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Unit 1021price $1,362square feet 303availibility Sep 17
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Unit 319price $1,362square feet 289availibility Sep 19
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Unit 820price $1,276square feet 300availibility Sep 20
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Unit 1224price $1,410square feet 236availibility Sep 25
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Unit 221price $1,276square feet 303availibility Oct 5
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Unit 214price $1,276square feet 305availibility Oct 6
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Unit 1111price $1,276square feet 300availibility Oct 11
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Unit 416price $1,570square feet 448availibility Oct 11
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Unit 1124price $1,477square feet 319availibility Oct 25
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Unit 1104price $1,352square feet 298availibility Nov 7
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Unit 809price $2,085square feet 614availibility Sep 13
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Unit 410price $1,755square feet 408availibility Sep 26
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.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$50
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$500
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$25
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$250
70 lbs. Weight LimitRestrictions:There is a limit of two pets per apartment, and non-negotiable dog breed restrictions listed below: American Pit Bull Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rottweiler Doberman Pinscher Chow Chow Akita Presa Canario Wolf Hybrids Pit BullRead More Read LessComments -
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Cats
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$25
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$250
70 lbs. Weight LimitComments -
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Garage Lot
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$125 / mo
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Additional Parking Options
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Street Parking
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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
Utilities Included
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Water
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Heat
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Sewer
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Air Conditioning
Lease Options
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12 - 18 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 1928
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344 units/13 stories
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About The Lawrence House
The Lawrence House, built as a luxury apartment hotel, has been a cornerstone of life since its construction in 1928. The flats design team restored the building's original skylight, mosaic pool tiling, and terrazzo flooring as well as establishing an open lobby that acts as a free co-working space, adjacent to retailers such as a coffee shop and bar. Additional amenities include a backyard open to the public, a rooftop lounge and communal kitchen for residents, and a 6,000-square-foot fitness center including the fully restored pool and a boxing ring. The Lawrence House, located on the northeast corner of Kenmore and Lawrence avenue is the perfect location for an urban commuter. Just blocks away from the red line, our residents can walk, take the train, and bike to the lakefront and have ease of mind with our bike storage. The Lawrence House is a pet-friendly building and is home to cats, dogs, and even a teacup pig. Originally an apartment hotel, famous for housing musicians from the Aragon Ballroom and talent from the silent film production house Essanay film studios, The Lawrence House has preserved the spirit of the roaring ‘20s in contemporary apartment living. The lobby is open to the public and features an art deco barrel-vaulted skylight with a co-working table, lounge seating, a Heritage Outpost coffee shop, and Larry’s bar. A rooftop lounge, deck, and backyard provide ample seating for spring and summer fun with gas grills and seating areas. The Lawrence House offers studio, lofted studios, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom duplex apartments. The building's historical name was the New Lawrence Hotel, of which it was one of the founding buildings of the Uptown Entertainment District - with many notable people living in or staying temporarily at the hotel.
The Lawrence House is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60640 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Handicap Accessible
- Pet Run
- Picnic/bbq Area
- Walk-In Closet/laundry Room
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Doorman
Concierge
Clubhouse
Roof Terrace
Property Services
- Package Service
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- On-Site ATM
- On-Site Retail
- Vision Impaired Accessible
- Recycling
- Online Services
- Guest Apartment
- Pet Play Area
- Key Fob Entry
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Vintage Building
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
Outdoor Features
- Fenced Lot
- Roof Terrace
- Sundeck
- Cabana
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Waterfront
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Yard
Microwave
Refrigerator
Wi-Fi
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Vinyl Flooring
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Skylights
- Walk-In Closets
- Large Bedrooms
- Patio
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
Uptown is where renters choose to live if they love entertainment. Throughout the neighborhood you’ll find everything from walking tours highlighting the hangouts of Chicago gangsters to the city's hottest nightclubs and theaters to the best shops and restaurants around. Uptown Chicago stretches along Lake Michigan and includes the popular summer hotspot Montrose Beach. For those moving to Chicago with a pet, Montrose Dog Beach is also a very popular destination. In winter, Cricket Hill is one of the city's favorite sledding spots.
What is it like to live in Uptown? It’s historic, walkable, and distinctive. Uptown is home to some fantastic landmarks, such as Aragon Ballroom. The ballroom opened in 1926, and legends about secret tunnels and Al Capone abound. During the Big Band era, the ballroom hosted some of the biggest names in music, including Glenn Miller, Lawrence Welk, Guy Lombardo, Benny Goodman, and Duke Ellington.
Learn more about living in Uptown ChicagoCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Uptown Chicago | Chicago, IL | |
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| Studio | $1,286 | $1,678 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,771 | $2,067 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,267 | $2,588 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,498 | $3,097 |
- Package Service
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- On-Site ATM
- On-Site Retail
- Vision Impaired Accessible
- Recycling
- Online Services
- Guest Apartment
- Pet Play Area
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Vintage Building
- Fenced Lot
- Roof Terrace
- Sundeck
- Cabana
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Waterfront
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Handicap Accessible
- Pet Run
- Picnic/bbq Area
- Walk-In Closet/laundry Room
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Vinyl Flooring
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Skylights
- Walk-In Closets
- Large Bedrooms
- Patio
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Wilson-North Inner, located 0.5 mile from The Lawrence House. The Lawrence House is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 13.6 miles or 23 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 18.8 miles or 28 minutes away.
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.2 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 23 min | 13.6 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 28 min | 18.8 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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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 Lawrence House.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Chase Park
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
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Winnemac Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Notebaert Nature Museum
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.5 mi |
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Wrightwood Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Warren Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 32 min | 21.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 43 min | 30.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 53 min | 34.6 mi |
The Lawrence House Photos
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The Lawrence House has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Select utilities are included in rent at The Lawrence House, including water, heat, sewer, and air conditioning. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Parking is available at The Lawrence House. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
The Lawrence House has studios to one-bedroom with rent ranges from $1,276/mo. to $2,085/mo.
Yes, The Lawrence House 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 $1,276 for a studio, you would need to earn about $51,040 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Lawrence House is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
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1020 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60640