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South Loop, 525 S State St | Chicago
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  •  24-Hour Front Desk
  •  Additional Storage Available
  •  Air Conditioning
  •  Bike Storage
  •  Elevators
  •  Fitness Center
  •  Granite Countertops
  •  Laundry
  •  Parking Available
  •  Pet Friendly
  •  Stainless Steel Appliances
  •  Yoga Studio

User Rating

7.0
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2 Reviews

About this Location

CVS Pharmacy
3 min walk
Red Line (metro) - 5 min
Blue Line (metro) - 6 min
Grant Park
4 min walk

Pricing 

  • Building Related

    •  Elevators
  • Included

    •  Basic Cable Included
    •  Electricity Included
    •  Gas Included
    •  Heat Included
    •  Internet Included
    •  Sewage Included
    •  Trash/Recycling Included
    •  Water Included
  • Kitchen

    •  Dishwasher
    •  Microwave
    •  Refrigerator
    •  Stove & Oven
  • Living Room

    •  Air Conditioning
  • Parking & Transportation

    •  Bike Storage
  • Security & Maintenance

    •  24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
    •  24-Hour Front Desk
    •  On-site Maintenance
  • Sports & Fitness

    •  Fitness Center
    •  Yoga Studio
  • Storage

    •  Additional Storage Available
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Overall rating 7.0/10, based on 2 renter reviews Write a review

9.5
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7.0
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5.5
Management
7.5
Value
6.5
Social
8.5
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University Center

My unit in University Center is spacious and resides in a prime location downtown with access to the red, purple and brown lines, as well as a bus stop directly outside the apartment. The building feels safe due to security sitting in the lobby and all residents being required to swipe their key card when they walk toward the elevators, which shows our faces on security monitors. The building is clean and although it can be noisy at times since students of all ages live in the apartment building, it is relatively quiet at night.

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Nice building. A bit pricey for what you get but i have stayed in worse places.

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  • 4 beds / 2 baths

The Neighborhood

Signature Spots

dining 24 Recs

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
Gino’s East
Panera Bread
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grocery 5 Recs

Trader Joe’s
Eataly
Whole Foods Market
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convenience 1 Rec

CVS Pharmacy
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fitness 29 Recs

Fit Results
105F Chicago’s Original Hot Yoga
Bottom Line Yoga
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parks 4 Recs

Buckingham Fountain
Grant Park
Grant Park Rose Garden
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coffee 9 Recs

Cafecito
HERO Coffee Bar
Dollop Coffee Company
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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.
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Clean
Walkable
Developing
Pet Friendly
Good Location
Noisy at Times
Median rents in South Loop
Studio
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1,750
1 Bedroom
$
2,100
2 Bedroom
$
2,500

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Parking Near University Center

No parking is available at University Center, but there is parking nearby.
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South Loop Reviews

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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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