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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
Location
7.0
Amenities
5.5
Management
7.5
Value
6.5
Social
8.5
Safety
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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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  • 1 bed / 1 bath
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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.
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

5 min

Blue

6 min

ME (rail)

7 min

RI (rail)

8 min

J14 (bus)

4 min

146/29/6 (bus)

2 min

2 (bus)

2 min

Parking Near University Center

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

434 S. Wabash Ave. Lot

2 min
$310 / month

410 S. Wabash Ave. Lot

3 min
$310 / month

Park 1 - Self - Valet Assist Garage

3 min
$310 / 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

109 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 UChicago LLM Student living at Alta Roosevelt
Quite a number of nice bars and restaurants within walking distance. Groceries also (Target, Trader Joe's, and Whole Foods about 15 minutes by foot; small local shop about 3 mins). Bus stop to go to the university about 10 mins away (number 2, Hyde Park Express).
Reviewed by Feinberg Med Student living at Eleven Thirty
I really like South Loop. It is definitely an older crowd (young 30s and up) which suited me better - it has families and schools but still feels close to downtown which I really enjoy. Lots going on close by and lots of grocery stores too.
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 UIC Medical Student living at 600 S Dearborn St
I literally love living in the south loop. I can walk practically anywhere
Reviewed by Feinberg Med Student living at AMLI Lofts
less of a tourist trap than streeterville, still downtown atmosphere. There's a cozy little neighborhood full of townhouses that's nice for a walk.
Reviewed by Rush Med Student living at 1000 South Clark
Pros: Central to all major forms of transport, proximity to downtown, museums, and activities

Cons: Proximity to all major inbound train tracks increases the noise level. Proximity to Roosevelt Road which is high-traffic, treeless, and not bike-friendly.
Reviewed by UChicago Law Student living at The Cooper
It's a fine location. Not great, not horrible. I like a lot of other neighborhoods better but this is closer to school.

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