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- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Additional Storage Available
- Air Conditioning
- Building Laundry Room
- Cat friendly
- Controlled Access
- Dog friendly
- Fitness Center
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Walk-in Closets
About this Location
Walmart Supercenter
6 min walk
6 min walk
Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby
restaurants nearby
Lincoln Park
7 min walk
7 min walk
76 (bus) - 6 min
36 (bus) - 4 min
36 (bus) - 4 min
Pricing
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$1,495+
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
$1,865+
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Bathrooms
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Bath Tubs
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Bedrooms
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Walk-in Closets
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Building Related
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Elevators
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Smoke-Free Community
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Convenience
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Package Receiving
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Included
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Basic Cable Included
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Gas Included
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Heat Included
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Internet Included
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Trash/Recycling Included
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Water Included
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Kitchen
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Dishwasher
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Gas Range
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Stainless Steel Appliances
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Stove & Oven
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Laundry
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Building Laundry Room
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Lease Terms
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Application Fee
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Living Room
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Air Conditioning
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Ceiling Fans
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Hardwood Floors
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Parking & Transportation
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Parking Nearby
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Pet Terms & Amenities
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Cat fee
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Cat friendly
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Dog friendly
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Security & Maintenance
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24-Hour Front Desk
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Controlled Access
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Storage
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Additional Storage Available
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Overall rating 8.5/10, based on 2 renter reviews Write a review
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Location
8.0
Amenities
8.0
Management
8.5
Value
6.0
Social
8.0
Safety
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517 W Oakdale Ave Review
Nothing fancy, but it's a great value for everything you need
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Reviewed by
Chicago-Kent Law Student
Oct. 17, 2023
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Pet owner
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1 bed / 1 bath
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Good values with almost all utilities included
BJB buildings are small and outdated in general, but I like the old charm of my unit. I even think the studios are larger than the one-bedrooms. Large walk-in closet. All utilities except electricity included, which ends up evening out the cost of rent. Heat is from a radiator but it's free! Close to main property management office. My building is very quiet with thick walls.
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Art Institute of Chicago Employee
July 19, 2017
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Studio / 1 bath
The Neighborhood
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About Lakeview
A massive and lively neighborhood, Lakeview offers great shopping, tasty dining options, celebrated pubs and bars, and a host of other entertainment options including live music, comedy shows, and exciting street festivals. Take an excursion to Krista K Boutique for tasteful brands and the latest fa...
Median rents in Lakeview
Studio
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1,250
1 Bedroom
$
1,600
2 Bedroom
$
2,300
Getting around Lakeview
76 (bus)
6 min
36 (bus)
4 min
22 (bus)
8 min
8 (bus)
10 min
Parking Near 517 W Oakdale Ave
No parking is available at 517 W Oakdale Ave, but there is parking nearby.
2960 N. Lake Shore Dr. - Valet
8 min
$225 / month
Hawthorne House Garage
21 min
$175 / month
The Pierre Garage - Valet
28 min
$130 / month
Parking rates are for informational purposes only and may vary — for most up to date pricing, please reach out to the garage directly.
Lakeview Reviews
196 reviews
I'm technically at the intersection of Lakeview, Buena Park, and Wrigleyville so I feel like I get a mix of all three neighborhoods in my day to day. Buena Park is much more family oriented and a bit more affordable, but it is small so finding an apartment there is tricky. Lakeview is very good for young professionals and pets but is definitely pricier. Wrigleyville is even more expensive, but has good nightlife and restaurants. All three are super easy to access transit from and get to the Chicago campus.
I love how convenient the location is. There's a ton of great restaurants really close by, so many bus lines right around the corner or within a 5 minute walk, and Lincoln Park right across the street. My commute downtown is only 15 minutes and there's also a bus available to get to the brown and purple L trains. There's a Mariano's, Trader Joe's, and Target all within 10 minute walking distance so shopping is very convenient. I generally feel really safe walking in this area as the streets are busy and well lit.
Similar crowd (young professionals), close to the lake, parks nearby, safe, accessible grocery stores and shops and restaurants.
Quiet, very residential, mostly families because of the great CPS schools nearby
Lakeview is a great spot for young professionals and those looking for an active social life. The area comes alive in the summer with baseball games and is not far from beaches and great shopping and eating areas.
Lakeview has plenty of beautiful, tree-lined neighborhoods and a robust bar and restaurant scene. It is a destination neighborhood with tons of boutiques, Wrigley Field, and a welcoming environment. I chose to live here because I am gay and wanted to have very easy, direct access to the lakefront path for running and biking.
The main reason we moved here was the neighborhood. Broadway, Clark, Diversey and Belmont are all within walking distance and offer all of the shops, restaurants, bars and grocery stores you could need. It really is in a prime, unbeatable location. Not to mention it's a block from Lake Michigan and walking distance to Lincoln Park and a short bike ride from Montrose Beach.
My street and neighborhood are usually fairly quiet. Sundays seem to be the going out day in the neighborhood but it isn't disruptive to my every day life. Overall it seems like a very safe area and being a young woman living alone, that is very important. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.