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Listed by Jill Silversteinof Compass
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1 Bed
1 Bath
750 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Residential Lease
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 750 sqft
MLS Listing ID 12806247
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Year Built 1976
Available Date 2026-11-11
Lot Dimensions CONDO
Property Sub-Type Residential Lease
Property Description
A fresh, beautifully updated home in the heart of Old Town-where opportunities at this price point are increasingly hard to come by. Set high above Wells Street with a coveted west-facing exposure, this bright and airy residence is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows, bringing in incredible natural light and sweeping city and skyline views. Thoughtfully refreshed throughout, the home features newly installed engineered hardwood flooring, fresh paint, new blinds, refreshed closet doors, and an updated kitchen with new sink and faucet, freshly painted cabinetry, and generous storage. The open-concept living space feels spacious and effortless, with plenty of room to entertain, dine, or simply take in the views. The kitchen is anchored by a large peninsula with breakfast bar seating, while an expansive entry hall lined with closets offers an unexpected amount of storage. The generously sized bedroom continues the floor-to-ceiling windows and western views, creating a serene retreat above the city. Rental parking is on a waitlist in the attached garage. 1636 N Wells is a well-established, full-amenity building offering 24-hour door staff, on-site management and maintenance, a fitness center and sauna, outdoor pool and sundeck, party room, bike storage, storage options, package receiving, dry cleaning services, and laundry facilities. And then there is the location. Step outside and you are quite literally in the center of one of Chicago's most iconic neighborhoods. Wells Street's restaurants, cafes, boutiques and nightlife are at your doorstep, with longtime favorites including Orso's, Nookies, Kamehachi and Topo Gigio alongside some of the neighborhood's newer energy, including Whole Foods who is taking over the Treasure Island building. Lincoln Park, the Zoo, lakefront and miles of green space are all just minutes away.
Location
State IL
County Cook
Rooms
Basement None
Interior
Heating Gas
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace N
Laundry Common Area
Exterior
Garage Spaces 1.0
View Y/N true
Building
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Brick
Schools
Elementary Schools Lincoln Elementary School
High Schools Lincoln Park High School
School District 299, 299, 299
Others
Pets Allowed Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
Special Listing Condition None
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