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South Loop, 1255 S Michigan Ave | Chicago
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  •  Cat friendly
  •  Dog friendly
  •  Fitness Center
  •  Granite Countertops
  •  Hardwood Floors
  •  Minimum Lease Term  
  •  Outdoor Pool  
  •  Private Balconies
  •  Private Decks
  •  Rooftop Deck
  •  Stainless Steel Appliances
  •  Washer/Dryer In Unit

User Rating

8.2
Great
8 Reviews

About this Location

Trader Joe’s
6 min walk
Red Line (metro) - 6 min
Green Line (metro) - 5 min
Grant Park
5 min walk
Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby

Pricing 
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$1,702+
1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths
$2,990+
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
$3,045+
2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths
$3,585+
Schedule Appointment At
(872) 704-8022

  • Bathrooms

    •  Bath Tubs
    •  Double Sinks

  • Bedrooms

    •  Walk-in Closets

  • Building Related

    •  Elevators
    •  Smoke-Free Community

  • Convenience

    •  Business Center
    •  Conference Room
    •  Mini Grocery Store

  • Entertainment

    •  Coffee Bar
    •  Game Room
    •  Hot Tub
    •  Rooftop Deck
    •  Theater Room

  • Kitchen

    •  Dishwasher
    •  Granite Countertops
    •  Ice Maker
    •  Luxury Cabinets
    •  Microwave
    •  Refrigerator
    •  Stainless Steel Appliances
    •  Stove & Oven

  • Landscape

    •  Courtyard

  • Laundry

    •  Washer/Dryer In Unit

  • Lease Terms

    •  Application Fee  
    •  Minimum Lease Term  
    •  Move-in Fee  

  • Living Room

    •  Air Conditioning
    •  Fireplace
    •  Hardwood Floors
    •  Large Windows
    •  Lots of Sunlight
    •  Wall-to-Wall Carpets

  • Parking & Transportation

    •  Bike Storage
    •  Parking Garage  

  • Pet Terms & Amenities

    •  Cat friendly
    •  Dog friendly
    •  Pet deposit for dogs  

  • Security & Maintenance

    •  24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
    •  24-Hour Front Desk
    •  Controlled Access
    •  On-site Maintenance

  • Sports & Fitness

    •  Fitness Center
    •  Outdoor Pool  

  • Storage

    •  Additional Storage Available

  • View

    •  Amazing Views
    •  Private Balconies
    •  Private Decks
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Overall rating 8.2/10, based on 8 renter reviews Write a review

9.0
Location
8.2
Amenities
7.6
Management
8.1
Value
7.8
Social
8.0
Safety
Excellent
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SKY55 reviews and highlights

  • a newer building
  • the management is great and very helpful
  • all the apartments are very well designed
  • great location with so much to walk to
  • short ride to all fun nightlife or shopping
  • the views from this building are incredible
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Convenience

Good location. Building amenities are good but often neglected. Serious parking problem for visitors. Most apartments are north facing with limited direct sunlight. And of course expensive

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  • Family w/ children
  • 2 beds / 2 baths
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Great Location and Amenities

My only complaint is that there has been construction in the lobby for the past 11 months, which is a bit frustrating.

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  • Couple
  • 2 beds / 1 bath
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Great spot with great amenities

Renting was a last-minute decision for me. I moved here from charlotte, NC for a job, and it was very spurr-of-the-moment. I was lucky enough to find this spot in the middle of South Loop, Chicago and I could not be happier. The location is convenient, the apartment looks great on the inside and I have a fantastic lake view.

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  • 1 bed / 1 bath
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Great for the price

I really like sky55. It’s got amazing amentities and honestly it’s a great value for your dollar. I tried finding other apartments nearby but they were all out of my price range or did not offer anything he convenience of a nearby grocery store and transit station.

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  • 2 beds / 1 bath
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Great Place

Great place! Great location gorgeous building

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Amazing View

The views from this building are incredible. You can see solider field and Lake Michigan on one end or Chicagos skyline the other way. All the apartments including the smallest size are very well designed so it never feels small. The management is great and very helpful. This is a newer building so the price is def worth it.

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Happy in the South Loop

I love living in the South Loop. Its a great location with so much to walk to! Short ride to all fun nightlife or shopping! I highly recommend living down in the South Loop, especially with all of the construction and other exciting things coming to the area!

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  • 2 beds / 2 baths

The Neighborhood

Signature Spots

dining 32 Recs

Giordano’s
The Bongo Room
Nepal House Indian & Nepalese
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grocery 1 Rec

Trader Joe’s
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convenience 2 Recs

CVS Pharmacy
Walgreens
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fitness 31 Recs

Tejas Yoga
Pure Barre
Fitness Formula Clubs
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parks 9 Recs

The Sod Room
Fred Anderson Park
Coliseum Park
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coffee 8 Recs

La Haven Coffee
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
Fruve’ xPress Juicery
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About South Loop

Filled with attractive parks and magnificent historical landmarks, South Loop is a place for everyone. From music at Chicago Blues Festivals to history at Field Museums and Adler Planetarium, this neighborhood encompasses a rich cultural diversity.
Safe
Clean
Walkable
Developing
Pet Friendly
Good Location
Noisy at Times
Median rents in South Loop
Studio
$
1,750
1 Bedroom
$
2,100
2 Bedroom
$
2,500

Getting around South Loop

Red

6 min

Green

5 min

12 (bus)

2 min

1/3/4 (bus)

1 min

29/62 (bus)

4 min

18 (bus)

5 min

Parking at SKY55

Parking Garage

Starting at $225/month, Reserved spaces available

Parking Near SKY55

Peoples Auto Parking 710 S Wabash Ave

20 min
$250 / month

Park 1 - Self - Valet Assist Garage

23 min
$310 / month

Park 1 - Keys Held

28 min
$320 / month
Parking rates are for informational purposes only and may vary — for most up to date pricing, please reach out to the garage directly.

South Loop Reviews

152 reviews
Reviewed by UIC Medical Student living at 1720 S Michigan Condos
As a single woman it was very important for me to live in an area that was safe given that the medical school schedule will require me to come home at night. Also it gives me great peace of mind to live in a building with doormen 24/7 in case anything were to happen. However, this has come at at a great cost.
Reviewed by Chicago Booth Student living at 1111 Wabash
South Loop is quieter than the Loop, but you will get more space. Ideal for parents, people with partners that work remotely, or people looking for more space for their money. Outside of Bears games, has far fewer tourists to deal with than the Loop.
Across Michigan Ave from Grant Park. 10-minute walk from the Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Adler Planetarium, and Soldier Field.
Roosevelt station is very close by and incredibly convenient if you don't mind taking the train or buses, but it is a transit hub, so expect increased numbers and variety of people.
Not far from the rest of the Loop, and you can still easily make your way north for study groups and social events.
Reviewed by Anonymous living at Roosevelt Collection Lofts
The neighborhood is great. It has become so much nicer in the past few years due to all of the new building that have gone up. The Roosevelt stop can be a little sketchy from time to time but I just stay alert when I’m over there. Having a Trader Joe’s, Mariano’s, Target, Wholefoods and Jewel nearby is super nice.
Reviewed by Marla I, Working Professional living at Lofts at Roosevelt Collection
Great neighborhood with beautiful views of the city. Really starting to boom and will continue to grow to be one of the hottest in the city. Does not feel 'neighborhood-y' as some of the western and northern neighborhoods due. Feels like you're still in an urban environment, just outside of the loop.
Reviewed by Chicago Resident living at 1130 South Michigan
The area is still up and coming. There are plenty of grocery stores and some shopping that is easily drivable. It is much cleaner than the loop area. The nightlife scene isn't great, but there are a few good restaurants in the area. Also can't beat living across from Grant Park! The Loop area and River North is walkable, or very easy with public transportation.
Reviewed by UChicago Law Student living at Printers Square
It's a lot livelier than Hyde Park, and you are far more connected to the rest of Chicago. Printer's Row feels a lot safer too, and I do not feel as concerned when I walk around at night. It has great little bars and restaurants, and is close to a Trader Joe's, Jewel, and Target. There is a Mariano's and Whole Foods a few minutes further away.
Reviewed by Chicago Resident living at Terrazio
Close to everything, but not so close it's congested or a headache to get from place to place. Trader Joe's, Jewel, nearby. Plenty of bars and restaurants walking distance. Walking distance to the el, Soldier Field, the Shedd. Also, easy access to the expressway if you're driving.Street parking is typically plentiful, except during events at Solider Field (parking ban during games).
If went further south than 22ND street it tends to get a little sketchy, but overall a nice area.
Reviewed by Chicago Resident living at Printers Square
Printer's Row is near the Loop and train stations and is therefore easily accessible. It's also near Grant Park and the Lake which is great during the summer. There are some decent restaurants and a few bars, but if you're young you'll probably be heading up to River North and further north for a night out. Overall, the neighborhood feels very friendly but has a great location, and new construction in the South Loop will surely make Printer's Row even better.