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1020 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
(224) 344-1870
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The Lawrence House

1020 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(224) 344-1870
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  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $1,235–$2,085Rent Pricing
  • 293–659Square Feet

Rent Specials

Apply within 48 hours of your first tour and receive a $250 credit applied to your $500 Move In Fee!

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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 located in the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood and 60640 Zip code of Chicago, IL. This community is professionally managed by FLATS

Unique Features and Amenities

  • bike storage
  • Community Wifi
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Laundry In Unit
  • On-Site Management
  • Pet Park
  • Pet Run
  • Picnic/bbq Area
  • Roof Deck Or Sun Deck
  • Terrace
  • Voice Intercom
  • Walk-In Closet/laundry Room

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Lawrence House offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,235 and having 293–659 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $1,285

    Floorplan A1

    Studio, 1 Bath, 300 sq ftAvailable Now

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtFloorplanView Details
    $1,345Available Now903300
    $1,350 April 15, 20251005300
    $1,295 May 7, 2025405300

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,285 - $1,350

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,295 - $1,350

    Unit 903 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 903 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 903 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,345

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,285 - $1,350

    Unit 1005 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 1005 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 1005 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,350

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,285 - $1,350

    Unit 405 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 405 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 405 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,295

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,285 - $1,350

    $1,425

    Floorplan A19

    Studio, 1 Bath, 298 sq ftAvailable Now

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtFloorplan
    $1,425Available Now1217298

    Unit 1217 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 1217 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Washer/Dryer

    Unit 1217 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,425

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,425

    $1,425

    Floorplan A27

    Studio, 1 Bath, 381 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,425Available Now1227381

    Unit 1227 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 1227 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,425

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,425

    $1,520

    Floorplan A12

    Studio, 1 Bath, 448 sq ftLargest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this PropertyAvailable Now

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtFloorplan
    $1,520Available Now916448

    Unit 916 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 916 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 916 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,520

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,520

    $1,560

    Floorplan A21

    Studio, 1 Bath, 380 sq ftAvailable May 9

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,560 May 9, 20251219380

    Unit 1219 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 1219 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,560

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,560

    $1,720

    Floorplan A8

    Studio, 1 Bath, 425 sq ftAvailable May 19

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,720 May 19, 20251210425

    Unit 1210 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 1210 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,720

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,720

    $1,325

    Floorplan A2

    Studio, 1 Bath, 298 sq ftAvailable May 22

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtFloorplan
    $1,325 May 22, 2025504298

    Unit 504 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 504 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 504 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,325

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,325

    From $1,235

    Floorplan A13

    Studio, 1 Bath, 303 sq ftCheapest StudioThis is the cheapest Studio at this PropertyAvailable May 23

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,295 May 23, 20251021303
    $1,235 June 2, 2025921303

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,235 - $1,295

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,235 - $1,295

    Unit 1021 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 1021 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,295

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,235 - $1,295

    Unit 921 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 921 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,235

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,235 - $1,295

    From $1,275

    Floorplan A10

    Studio, 1 Bath, 293 sq ftAvailable Jun 7

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,275 June 7, 2025429293
    $1,315 June 7, 2025629293

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,275 - $1,315

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,275 - $1,315

    Unit 429 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 429 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,275

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,275 - $1,315

    Unit 629 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 629 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,315

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,275 - $1,315

    $1,275

    Floorplan A9

    Studio, 1 Bath, 295 sq ftAvailable Jun 7

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtFloorplan
    $1,275 June 7, 2025430295

    Unit 430 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 430 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 430 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,275

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,275

    $1,250

    Floorplan A14

    Studio, 1 Bath, 303 sq ftAvailable Jun 16

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,250 June 16, 2025318303

    Unit 318 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 318 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,250

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,250
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  • 1 Bedroom

    $2,085

    Floorplan C2

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 659 sq ftAvailable May 25

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtFloorplan
    $2,085 May 25, 2025822659

    Unit 822 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit 822 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unit 822 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,085

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,085
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Call us at: (224) 344-1870 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

  • 344 Units
  • 13 Stories
  • Built in 1928
  • Renovated In Jan 2017

Lease Terms

  • 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
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Utilities Included

  • Heat
  • Sewer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Water

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • $250 Fee
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • We Will Consider Any Request For Reasonable Accommodations. Size, Weight Limitation, And Pet Fee Requirements Do Not Apply To Service Animals. We Comply With All Applicable Fair Housing Laws. Both Dogs And Cats Are Accepted. There Is A $250 On...
  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 70 Lb Weight Limit

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • $250 Fee
  • 70 Lb Weight Limit
  • We Will Consider Any Request For Reasonable Accommodations. Size, Weight Limitation, And Pet Fee Requirements Do Not Apply To Service Animals. We Comply With All Applicable Fair Housing Laws. Both Dogs And Cats Are Accepted. There Is A $250 On...
  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 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 Bull

No Brontosauruses Allowed

Pet policies can vary depending on the type of pet. Find out if we accept your pets!

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Parking Fees & Info

Parking Garage

  • Garage Fee: $125 /Mo

Fee & Deposit Info

Recurring Fees

  • $125 Garage Fee

One-Time Fees

  • $500 Admin Fee
  • $50 Application Fee

3D Tours

Lobby
Studio - 330SF

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • On Site Atm
  • On Site Retail
  • Package Service
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Guest Apartment
  • Online Services
  • Pet Play Area
  • Recycling
  • Vision Impaired Accessible
  • Community Wide Wi Fi
  • Concierge
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Doorman
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Vintage Building
  • Clubhouse
  • Disposal Chutes
  • Lounge
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Sundeck
  • Waterfront
  • Courtyard
  • Fenced Lot
  • Picnic Area
  • Cabana
  • Roof Terrace
  • Controlled Access
  • Lawn
  • Patio
  • Deck
  • Yard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Skylights
  • Security System
  • Sprinkler System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Intercom
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi Fi
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Views

Parking Street

  • Street
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1020 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
(224) 344-1870
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

76 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Lawrence House

Where is The Lawrence House located?

The Lawrence House is located at 1020 W Lawrence Ave near the Uptown Chicago area of Chicago, IL

What is the current rent range at The Lawrence House?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at The Lawrence House currently range from $1,235 to $2,085

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Lawrence House are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at The Lawrence House is: Apply within 48 hours of your first tour and receive a $250 credit applied to your $500 Move In Fee!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The The Lawrence House Apartments are 15.0% cheaper than the average apartment in the Uptown Chicago area, and 30.9% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Uptown Chicago Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,235$1,633-$398-24.4%
    1 Bedroom$2,085$2,209-$124-5.6%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,235$2,105-$870-41.3%
    1 Bedroom$2,085$2,622-$537-20.5%

    Methodology: On 04/11/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 860 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Lawrence House (Uptown Chicago), and 12210 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 04/11/2025

  • Active Lifestyle 3.4

    From fitness centers to pools to putting greens, Active Lifestyle apartments feature local listings with the most amenities that support an always active lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.4-star Active Lifestyle rating is based on the following features:

    • Waterfront Community
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • Fitness Center
    • Pet Play Area
    • Picnic Area
    • Patios

  • Pet Friendly 3.6

    Top Pet Friendly apartments have specified that they accept pets and feature a number pet friendly amenities for renters with furry friends.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.6-star Pet Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Pet Play Area
    • Elevator(s)
    • Courtyard
    • Heating
    • Air Conditioning
    • Lawns
    • Patios
    • Deck(s)

  • Family Friendly 3.8

    Family Friendly apartments feature the best community amenities for larger families like larger floorplans, playgrounds and day care options.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.8-star Family Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Doorman
    • Community-Wide WiFi
    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Fitness Center
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Maintenance on site
    • On-Site Retail
    • Package Service
    • Pet Play Area
    • Concierge
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Elevator(s)
    • Roof Terrace
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Large Bedrooms
    • Patios
    • On-Site ATM
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Guest Apartments
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Lounge
    • Grill(s)
    • Sundeck(s)
    • Courtyard
    • Picnic Area
    • Cabana(s)
    • Security Systems
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Showers
    • Heating
    • Intercoms
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Freezers
    • Kitchens
    • Vaulted Ceilings
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Views
    • Lawns
    • Deck(s)
    • Yards
    • Cable Ready
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  • Transit Friendly 3.0

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

  • Outdoors 3.8

    The Outdoors rating shows the apartment listings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com with the top amenities and features for renters who love the outdoor lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.8-star Outdoors rating is based on the following features:

    • Waterfront Community
    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Deck(s)
    • Patios
    • Pet Play Area
    • Picnic Area
    • Roof Terrace
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Lawns
    • Yards
    • Grill(s)
    • Sundeck(s)
    • Courtyard
    • Cabana(s)
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    See more
    See less

  • Accessibility 3.4

    Rentals with high ratings in the Accessibility category have featured top amenities and community services that can help provide for a more accessible living experience for residents.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.4-star Accessibility rating is based on the following features:

    • Vision Impaired Accessible
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Community-Wide WiFi
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Package Service
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Elevator(s)
    • Maintenance on site
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Security Systems
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Showers
    • Air Conditioning
    See more
    See less

  • Student Living 3.8

    Rentals that are highly rated for the Student Living Lifestyle rating have top features and amenities that benefit students and others who enjoy living the student lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.8-star Student Living rating is based on the following features:

    • Community-Wide WiFi
    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
    • Package Service
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Concierge
    • Elevator(s)
    • Sundeck(s)
    • Roof Terrace
    • Fitness Center
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Vaulted Ceilings
    • Views
    • Deck(s)
    • Maintenance on site
    • On-Site ATM
    • On-Site Retail
    • Pet Play Area
    • Recycling
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Doorman
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Clubhouse
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Lounge
    • Grill(s)
    • Waterfront Community
    • Picnic Area
    • Cabana(s)
    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Security Systems
    • Tub/Showers
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercoms
    • Air Conditioning
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Ranges
    • Refrigerators
    • Ovens
    • Kitchens
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Large Bedrooms
    • Lawns
    • Patios
    • Yards
    • Courtyard
    • Cable Ready
    See more
    See less
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.8
6 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.

  • Horrible

    May 28, 2022
    My unit was disgusting. The staff doesn’t care about you or their job. You quality of life goes down the second you sign this lease. Do not make the same mistake I did.

    • Property Manager Responded

      June 27, 2022
      Hello, we're sorry to hear your experience has not been pleasant. We find your review to be concerning and would like the opportunity to discuss it in more detail to determine which unit you're in, and how we can rectify any concerns that haven't been addressed. Please reach out to our management team at lawrencemgmt@flatslife.com - we look forward to speaking with you.
    Review from Apartments.com

  • Super social, helpful staff, and small kitchens

    May 25, 2022
    The Lawrence House is a beautiful space with lots of ammenities in the building. Having a bar and cafe in the building is great gor a social life. Leasing with Flats Life gives you access to the amenities in all the buildings in Chicago, not just the Lawremce House, which is nice, although only one is in walking distance. in-unit washer/dryer is amazing. The only complaint I have is the kitchen size. It's pretty miniscule in most apartments. It's acceptable if you decide to live alone, but ...
    anything more than that, you could be strapped for space. If you can get padt that, though, The Lawrenve House is a great place to live.

    • Property Manager Responded

      June 27, 2022
      Hello, thank you for your detailed review of the Lawrence House! We appreciate you sharing a few highlights of the community - our bar, cafe, great social atmosphere, in-unit washer and dryer, plus the FLATS amenity access to our unique communities throughout Chicago. We understand that our residents may outgrow their homes, which is why we have so many other options available! Don't hesitate to reach out if you're looking for a change, we're here to help!
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    Review from Apartments.com

  • Not the worst, not the best, here's the scoop

    November 2, 2018
    I've lived here about 7 months and definitely won't be re-upping my 1 year lease. It's alright, and having someone at the door 24/7 makes me feel safe even if it is just the doorman and not also the security guard (who is usually there at night). You need a key fob for the elevators, so really only the lobby (bar, patio, coffee shop) is open to the public which is fine. A studio here is probably the newest/best amenities you can get for living alone in Chicago at this price. However, here is the ...
    weird stuff: building is SUPER humid. The A/C units use water and drip, and because there is just one window that opens a crack and no vent in the bathrooms it is STEAMY. I bought a dehumidifier pretty cheap which works well. In-unit washing machine/dryer combo is the worst. Gets SO hot even if you pick low heat on the dryer setting. Can smell funky too since these units dry by sucking water out and not blowing air in (kinda mildew-y). Takes about 6 hours for one load. I had to buy a clothes-drying rack. I do not dry my clothes in this machine anymore. Ruined so many of my clothes. Kitchen is tiny and was ok at first, but it just gets tiring being so cramped with no counter space, and hand-washing in the tiny sink is such a pain. If you like cooking, maybe consider elsewhere. Being super close to the Red line is one of the best perks here. Uptown is Uptown, so you just have to be aware of where you're choosing to live. Property management is hit or miss. Some people are great and friendly in responding and some act put out by tenant requests. They do get fixed eventually (there was mold in my bathroom when I moved in) but it can take some constant communication to get them to follow through. I'd say just get a roommate in a 2 bedroom somewhere else, you'll spend less and have more space.
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    Review from Apartments.com

  • Resident for a year

    March 15, 2018
    The reviews here are a bit silly and must be coming from tenants that have never lived outside of a two or three flat in Chicago. You chose a building with full amenities and a coffee shop/bar in the lobby. Everyone and their grandma is going to want repeat visits to use all the outdoor spaces. That is what happens when you have a ton of cool stuff to utilize. If you show up to the concerts and movie nights 30 minutes prior to start, I can guarantee you'll get a good seat and not have to cry ...
    about having to put a towel down or god forbid.... stand The staff and everyone involved in keeping the building running have been amazing. Quick response to issues and always friendly door staff. I've never felt unsafe or crowded. You chose an artist residency space with great utilities and price for what you get. Thanks for the great addition to Uptown! My girlfriend and I look forward to the next two years here (or whatever is left on the lease).
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  • Most frustrating residence in Chicago so far

    February 5, 2018
    At first glance, The Lawrence House is a trendy, art-deco building with cool interior design and great amenities. Very early on into my lease here it became clear that there is absolutely NO soundproofing between apartments, and the residents are almost never held accountable for flagrant disruptions or violations of their tenant's contract. While the lobbies and assorted amenities are great, in theory, FLATS management is too concerned with bringing in business from the surrounding area to care ...
    at all about their tenants getting what they pay (A LOT!) for. I spent a year surrounded by inconsiderate, horribly loud neighbors who blast music and TV at all hours of the day and night, have drunken get-togethers which involve talking at absurdly loud levels well past 2 or 3am. The floors (and most walls) are all constructed of concrete, so neighbors in apartments above wearing their high heels and pacing endlessly at 5am echo and all sounds from all directions are loud enough to sound like they're in your apartment. On multiple occasions, there have been complaints about dogs left unattended and barking/howling for hours on end, only for management to maybe send an email but ultimately do nothing until confronted again by other tenants. Dogs are not allowed in the lobbies (unless you're in with the staff, in which case they run around off-leash), you're not able to bring your own drinks to the lobby because they want you to have to purchase the $10 cocktails from their pretentious bar. In the year I was there they increasingly opened the lounges and backyard up to the public for obnoxious events, further impeding on residents' access to the amenities they trick you into thinking are worth the absurdly high rent. Like the review mentioned above, the area is also iffy at best, and at MOST, the building security consists of a part-time security employee who is absent from the lobby for long periods of time. There have been calls to police made on domestic violence that resulted in nothing, I had a drunk and aggressive man screaming and throwing trash cans in my hallway, and at one point there was a suspect of some nearby crime hiding in the building. Don't get tricked into supporting this awful, greedy corporation. They do not care about you.
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  • Awful, stay away

    November 3, 2017
    I am not going to mince my words. On 09/18/17, I accidentally left my keys on a table behind a lamp for a few minutes (no exaggeration). Within that time frame, a BROTHER of a RESIDENT took my keys, went outside and found my car, and stole my car. My car was recovered on 10/01/17 at 41st St/S Calumet and eventually totaled on 10/11/17 after the offender did $16k worth of damages. If you’ve never had your car stolen, the horror of the whole situation is beyond comprehension. If you live at ...
    Lawrence House, all you get from management is that the resident has been dealt with “appropriate legal action” and the offender who stole our car (remember: BROTHER of a RESIDENT) has been back since that incident. There is zero security in this building – even after the bar closes and the coffee shop opens. None. I have come downstairs at 8am to find people sleeping in the lobby. I have seen incidents where individuals have been sleeping in the downstairs bike storage room. I have seen incidents of skinny dipping in the pool. When My strong advice to everyone is to rent somewhere cheaper and utilize Lawrence House amenities without the ridiculous rent. The bar, coffee shop, patio, movies, live music, lobby, and all special events are open to the public. In fact, I have seen residents have their friends use the bicycle storage and not be residents. We have visited/lived in/toured many high amenity buildings and none offer their amenities to the general public (with the exception of a few buildings with coffee shops but once the coffee shop closes, so does the lobby to the general public). None. The taco night on Sundays is a disaster. The people who make the taco's have their kids destroying everything in the backyard--jumping on the end tables, throwing firepit rocks, sitting in the firepit, kicking the plants.... When the general public ruin the building amenities (plants, end tables, beds, patio umbrellas, etc), the general public do not care because their rent is not increasing as a result, it is the rent of the residents that increases. Additionally, when the general public uses the supplies of your building (i.e., firewood, gas for grills) and the need to replace it much more often than anticipated... again, the residents will be dealing the rent increases. And for the love of renting -- please keep the firewood refilled and the dog run clean. That place stinks when at the fire pit!
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Nearby Schools

Senn High School

Chicago Public Schools
5900 North Glenwood Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1583 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away
4/10

McCutcheon Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools
4865 North Sheridan Road
Public School - Grades PK-8 (301 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
3/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Lawrence House.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison St
4 minute drive / 1.58 miles away
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon Drive
7 minute drive / 3.31 miles away
Steppenwolf Theatre
1650 North Halsted Street
8 minute drive / 4.06 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi
4500 N Broadway
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away
Staples
4610 N Clark St
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away
Walgreens
5440 N Clark St
2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away

Colleges and Universities

City College of Chicago, Harry S. Truman - Harry S. Truman Campus
1145 West Wilson Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away
Loyola University - Lakeshore Campus
1032 W. Sheridan Rd
5 minute drive / 1.98 miles away
DeVry University-Illinois
3300 North Campbell Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.56 miles away

Groceries

Aldi
4500 N Broadway
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away
Mariano's Fresh Market
5201 N Sheridan Rd
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away
Jewel-Osco
5343 N Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Hospitals

Aurora Chicago Lakeshore Hospital
4840 N Marine Dr
1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away
Methodist Hospital Of Chicago
5025 N Paulina Street
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away
Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital
4646 N Marine Drive
1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

Hotspots

Supernatural Chicago
632 N. Dearborn
11 minute drive / 5.51 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Oak Street Beach
1000 North Lake Shore Drive
10 minute drive / 5.0 miles away
Wendella Boats
400 North Michigan Avenue
12 minute drive / 5.86 miles away
Funhouse Maze
600 E. Grand Avenue
13 minute drive / 6.12 miles away

The Lawrence House has 5 parks within 6.5 miles, including Oak Street Beach, Wendella Boats, Funhouse Maze, Millennium Park, and Garfield Park Conservatory.

Restaurants and Dining

Soprano's Italian Restaurant
2901 N Sheffield Ave
5 minute drive / 2.47 miles away
Margie's Candies
1960 N Western Ave
8 minute drive / 3.91 miles away
Dick's Last Resort
435 E Illinois
12 minute drive / 5.91 miles away

Shopping Centers

Sun Plaza
4853-4883 N Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
Uptown Retail
4800-4824 N Sheridan Rd
1 minute drive / 0.24 miles away
Wilson Magnolia Plaza
4600 N Magnolia Ave
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

The Lawrence House has 5 shopping centers within 0.4 miles.

Transit Stations

Lawrence Station-Red Line
1117 W. Lawrence Ave.
1 minute drive / 0.12 miles away
Argyle Station-Red Line
1118 W. Argyle Ave.
1 minute drive / 0.24 miles away
Wilson Station-Red Line
4620 N. Broadway St.
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Chicago Studio Apartments $2,105$532$10,000+
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,622$685$10,000+
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,305$825$10,000+
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,754$725$10,000+
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,236$750$10,000+
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,703$875$6,500
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $4,795$4,795$4,795

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