River North's Rock N' Roll - In The Heart of the City
4.8
Outstanding(84 Reviews)Apartment in Chicago, IL
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this apartment rental
Beautiful 2 bed, 2 bath, second floor of 3 flat above French Bistro. High Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Fully Equipped Kitchen, Right next to brown line. 6 blocks to Michigan Ave. or Loop, Starbucks across the street.
Parking Included based upon availability when requested at time of booking.
Great space...Great Location. Only blocks from Michigan Avenue shopping district and blocks from downtown loop. CTA Brown line station across the street. River North Art Galleries one street south. Great Dining, Millennium Park and all that Chicago has to offer only minutes away. Divvy bike station around the corner. Jump on the Brown Line across the street, be at Wrigley Field in 15 minutes.
Both bedrooms have Queen Beds. We also have a queen inflatable for extra sleeping in the front room.
Parking Included based upon availability when requested at time of booking.
Great space...Great Location. Only blocks from Michigan Avenue shopping district and blocks from downtown loop. CTA Brown line station across the street. River North Art Galleries one street south. Great Dining, Millennium Park and all that Chicago has to offer only minutes away. Divvy bike station around the corner. Jump on the Brown Line across the street, be at Wrigley Field in 15 minutes.
Both bedrooms have Queen Beds. We also have a queen inflatable for extra sleeping in the front room.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Chicago, IL
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(84 Reviews)5.0
Honestly, and truthfully, this is just a great location for any and all things Chicago!
Half a block away from the brown line and only a few blocks away from the red line, you can get almost anywhere in the city without driving. We parked our vehicle upon arriving and didn’t touch it until we left.
Everything we wanted to do was in walking distance or we took the train. The Air and Water show was about a 10 minute walk. Old Town is about a 10 minute walk. The main bar and restaurant area of River North is well under a 10 minute walk. Chinatown was 10 min and Soldier Field was 15 min on the red line. How awesome is that?!?!
There is an awesome club called The Chalet right next-door that is a great time to hang out with wonderful people. The Soul & Vegan restaurant right beneath the location has incredible food (I mean chicken and waffles? Yes!). There are three coffee shops within 2 blocks if that is more your vibe.
As far as the actual rental. It’s everything you think it will be in more. The beds were extremely comfortable. The kitchen is well appointed with everything you could possibly need. The couch and other furniture is all extremely comfortable too. Tons of space to hang out and extremely clean.
As the listing clearly states, the stairs on the way up are a little steep but easily manageable for most. The location is very safe. There is some city noise in the living room, but the bedrooms are very quiet.
Dean (the host) is very responsive and helpful!!
5.0
Great location. Very clean and unique place to stay. Got to experience city living.
4.0
Very cool space.
Great location near Red Line (1/3 mile walk) and Brown/Purple Line (200 meters walk)
Included parking spot was a huge bonus.
Owners were very responsive in communication.
It is a 2nd floor apartment and there is not an elevator - stairs are a bit steep.
5.0
I stayed with two friends, and it was a really fun time. I’d never stayed in this neighborhood, but it was pretty lively with lots of places to walk to eat. We were slightly confused about the parking situation when we first arrived, but the owner was communicative, and the space made sense once we got into the apartment and could see that we were in the right spot. The living space is really large and functional, and we loved having some privacy with the bedrooms where they were placed. The on-site laundry was great as well. I’d definitely recommend staying here!
5.0
This was located in a very good distance to be able to walk to most attractions and had many necessities near by as well. Apt was nice and overall added to the Chicago experience.
5.0
Great weekend get-a-away. Great location as short walk to many shops, restaurants and next to the train station.
5.0
Ive stayed at a few rentals in chicago. This was by far the most unique and best place. Property owner was extremely friendly and easy to contact. Place was clean and we loved all the decor. We used the record player and loved all the records. Felt safe the whole time. The rooms were dark which was great for us sleeping in. We were going to watch a football game at a bar but decided to stay and watch at the rental bc it was so cute & the tv was big! We will be back :)
5.0
Stayed here while in town for a wedding. Such a cozy space that we were able to enjoy with friends. So many unique pieces of furniture and memorabilia. Dean was also super communicative and accomodating.
5.0
We came to visit our son in Chicago with some friends from England and we loved the location of this condo. Clean, lots of room and Deans’s guitars were awesome. We will be back! All 5 stars for sure!
Paul and Eileen
5.0
Great place!
5.0
We were traveling with our adult son and girlfriend and really appreciated having the extra room in this spacious condo. The kitchen was well-equipped, even though we didn't cook! Loved the high ceilings and the large living area and windows. Close to the train station (brown line), with a Starbucks, Dunkin and Walgreens right across the street. Walkable to red line and Michigan Ave. Two things to note--the restaurant downstairs is closed and vacant, so the front of the building doesn't match the exterior photos. There's also a fairly steep staircase to the condo. Honestly, coming in the first time, it didn't look great! BUT the inside of the condo is exactly as pictured and lovely. Also, since you're in the the city and next to the train, you're going to have street noise, including at night. This wasn't unexpected and wasn't a problem for us. Overall, we had a great time, appreciated that almost everything was there for us (coffee, shampoo, towels, extra blankets & pillows, etc) and loved having the extra space!
5.0
Check in was easy. Property was as shown in photos and worked well for our family of four. Our stay was for five nights. We realized not enough paper towels or toilet paper has been left and there were no kitchen towels or Kleenex. I contacted the property manager and he was very responsive; they brought what we needed the following day so that was great. We really liked the location since the brown line was just across the street - made getting around east. Would recommend!
4.0
We enjoyed our stay in chicago. This place is very convenient! We used both the brown line and red line and we were able to get everywhere we needed to be. Loved the parking spot.
5.0
We stayed here to celebrate my son's graduation from Moody Bible Institute! Location was perfect, the kitchen is well stocked with all of the needed supplies to cook. Plenty of room and we felt very safe. Dean the property manager was so helpful for anything we needed.
3.0
Stayed for my sons wedding. Loved the free parking in back.Verrrry nice decor. Had to use the toaster in the living room as no plugs in the kitchen.
The REAL problem was the entry. Im seventy, my wife is seventy one, my brother is 82 and his wife is 77.
The appartment is on the second floor and has an EXTREMELY steep stairway going up. the risers also are not
the same height. No carpeting and extremely filthy.
5.0
Second time back to this property and will be back again. So convenient being right across the street from the L platform, especially when it was cold. The apartment is full of fun decor and so comfy to have as a home base after exploring the city. Walking distance to a lot and a quick train ride to the rest. Thank you, Dean, for another great, long weekend. Such a wonderful place to stay while we play.
5.0
Great location, awesome vibes, best prices. Owner was quick to respond to my inquiries. Couldn’t have asked for more. Would choose this any day over a hotel!
5.0
Me and my family of 5 w/ kids 10,8,3 stayed here during the Chicago Marathon. The location was amazing due to its location close to the route and so close to public trains. It’s a bit tricky to find but Dean was awesome when we called and got us situated very quickly. Apart for some street and train noise in the living room it was a pretty quiet stay. Bedrooms were well furnished and as quiet as you could expect. Large living area was a plus and the whole place was well maintained. The buildings stairway up is a bit dirty and worn. But otherwise this place is a great option for a 2 bedroom place so close to everything you could want.
5.0
This is a really cool place to stay! Super comfortable and lots of space to hang out. Highly recommended!
5.0
Our teen kids, partner, and I had the pleasure of staying here for a weekend of concerts. The property was clean, located amongst restaurants with easy access to tourist venues, and the host was responsive to the one inquiry we had. I would highly recommend this property!
5.0
We spent 5 days here and absolutely loved it. Dean and his wife were fantastic with communication and were very helpful and flexible during check in and check out. The place is in great shape - clean, everything works, has all the appliances you would want - and has great decor and ambiance. It is in the heart of the amazing bars and restaurants of River North and is in walking distance to all the sites and scenes of the core of Chicago. We would stay here again any day!!
5.0
Great
We enjoyed the spot for two nights.
5.0
Super unique, great vibe
Very impressed with the decor and it was the perfect vibe for our Rock and Roll weekend at Wrigley Field seeing a concert. The hosts were accommodating and responded quickly with any questions. The place was clean and had everything we needed. The area is in a great location with plenty of things to do and the brown line is very close by.
1.5
We all thought this apt. would be perfect based on the description of the property on VRBO and the reviews we read. However, we were very disappointed. We noticed right away when we entered the stairway to the apt that the walls, stairs, handrail etc were terribly dirty. And not esp safe. Stairs are steep, and short in depth. We then noted that the apt was not esp. clean either. The floors were not cleaned from wall to wall. Noted they were very dirty under furniture and behind furniture.
The netting over the master bed was filthy with dead, dried bugs on top of it.
The parking behind the apt was very sketchy. Nothing about the location seemed safe to us. We saw several things that caused concern and at one point a man spoke aggressively to our male friend and made negative hand gestures. He was sitting at a picnic table right out side our entrance door. He threw several things on the ground before leaving. .
We made the best of it and did not spend much time in the apt.
We would not return or recommend to our friends.
The positives were that the owners were available when needed and friendly. The apt is decorated very well in a rock and roll theme.
3.0
Not as expected
We all thought this apt. would be perfect based on the description of the property on VRBO and the reviews we read. However, we were very disappointed. We noticed right away when we entered the stairway to the apt that the walls, stairs, handrail etc were terribly dirty. And not esp safe. Stairs are steep, and short in depth. We then noted that the apt was not esp. clean either. The floors were not cleaned from wall to wall. Noted they were very dirty under furniture and behind furniture.
The netting over the master bed was filthy with dead, dried bugs on top of it.
The parking behind the apt was very sketchy. Nothing about the location seemed safe to us. We saw several things that caused concern and at one point a man spoke aggressively to our male friend and made negative hand gestures. He was sitting at a picnic table right out side our entrance door. He threw several things on the ground before leaving. .
We made the best of it and did not spend much time in the apt.
We would not return or recommend to our friends.
The positives were that the owners were available when needed and friendly. The apt is decorated very well in a rock and roll theme.
2.5
Host very accommodating!
5.0
Great!
Host very accommodating!
5.0
Near North side getaway
We loved this rental. The convenience of being right off the brown line was top of the list. It was also great to be able to walk to restaurants, and having our car close by was perfect for getting to places further afield. The property owners were super responsive while we stayed (I'd accidentally parked in the wrong spot, but was notified right away). We were even granted some extra time to vacate- so appreciated. I'd certainly stay here again with my family.
5.0
Nice apartment
Good apartment with kitchen and living area. Decent sized bedrooms and bathrooms. Parking available, short walk though may be easier to pack light due to parking spot being distance from apartment.
Loved the rock and roll theme as we were in Chicago for a concert so really cool!!
2.5
AAOS Chicago 22
Super nice in the heart of the Chicago Experience. Shops and dining just out the door or literally below you. Enjoyed our stay. Only negative is the master and master Bedroom conveniences are tight to include the size of the Master Bed itself but all is provided that the space affords.
2.5
Birthday trip
Perfect location, 1 minute walk to Subway trains. Fun atmosphere and decor-great for fans of classic rock!
2.5
Awesome Location!
Cool Property - Has all the amenities and walking distance to all the great GOLD COAST, Water Tower, Rush, Grand Lux Café, Gibson's and Lux Bar locations! Dean and his wife responded to all questions promptly! Love it!
2.5
We had a great stay here with our adult children in this cool rock n roll themed apartment. It has all the necessities, cool decor, and is in a great location to walk or take public transportation to anywhere in the city. The train and bus are literally outside the door and there’s a bar/restaurant below the apartment. Plus there’s a grocery, drug store, gas station and urgent medical clinic within a block, and lots of great restaurants close by……so very convenient!
The owner was extremely accommodating with us, as we had late flights, and responded quickly. Overall, great experience!
2.5
Very cool apartment! Convenient location
We had a great stay here with our adult children in this cool rock n roll themed apartment. It has all the necessities, cool decor, and is in a great location to walk or take public transportation to anywhere in the city. The train and bus are literally outside the door and there’s a bar/restaurant below the apartment. Plus there’s a grocery, drug store, gas station and urgent medical clinic within a block, and lots of great restaurants close by……so very convenient!
The owner was extremely accommodating with us, as we had late flights, and responded quickly. Overall, great experience!
2.5
Wonderful place, helpful hosts, great city!
2.5
Chicago Visit
Wonderful place, helpful hosts, great city!
2.5
Perfect location. Great accommodations. Easy walk to everywhere.
2.5
Chicago fun
Perfect location. Great accommodations. Easy walk to everywhere.
2.5
This place is just rock-n-roll cool! The decor and vibe is totally fun, and the whole place is comfy and clean. The hosts were very responsive and super accommodating. We will definitely be back!
2.5
We really enjoyed our stay in this rock and roll themed apartment. Apartment had all of the amenities you would need along with a dedicated parking space. Really convenient location next to the Chicago Ave station made it easy to get around.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Chicago?
The average price for a rental in Chicago is $234 per night. This rental is $403 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at River North's Rock N' Roll - In The Heart of the City. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is River North's Rock N' Roll - In The Heart of the City pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at River North's Rock N' Roll - In The Heart of the City?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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