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  • Foswyn Arms

    5240 N Winthrop Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

    Located in Edgewater, Chicago zip code 60640
    Apartment building
    Air conditioning available
    1–unit building
    1,200 sqft
    2 bedrooms
    2 bathrooms

    What's special

    A legendary figure of Edgewater Beach, the Foswyn Arms, built in 1928, renovated in 2022, offers a new paradigm in urban lifestyle. With beautiful, classy, & peaceful living spaces, compounded by functional apartment amenities, a rooftop terrace with a panoramic city view, & short distances to all regional establishments & transportation. No Pets Allowed (RLNE2844647)

    Facts, features & policies

    Building amenities

    Outdoor common areas
    • Deck
    Security
    • Intercom
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle storage
    • Elevator

    Policies

    Smoking
    • This is a smoke free building
    Utilities included in rent
    • Water

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Convection oven
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Cooling
    • Air conditioning
    Internet/Satellite
    • Building-wide wireless

    Special features

    • Smoke-free building

    Neighborhood: Edgewater

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Chicago

    Goudy Technology Academy
    Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10
    Mccutcheon Elementary School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.5 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    3/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Peirce Elementary Intl Studies School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.6 miles
    5/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10

    Edgewater stretches along Chicago’s Lake Michigan shoreline, with beaches, lakefront paths and broad views shaping everyday outdoor life. The climate brings cold, windy winters and warm summers, when the water and green spaces are especially inviting. Berwyn Avenue Beach and Kathy Osterman Beach offer places to stroll or unwind, while the lakefront trail supports walking and biking. The neighborhood’s historic character shows in its residential architecture and the Edgewater Beach Apartments. Broadway and nearby Clark Street bring cafés, restaurants, shops and everyday errands, while theaters and live-music venues add cultural options. The CTA Red Line and neighborhood bus routes connect Edgewater with other parts of Chicago, and biking is a practical way to reach the shoreline and local destinations. For the Edgewater neighborhood, median rent is $1,908 per month, with a typical range of $1,040 to $5,432.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Foswyn Arms located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Foswyn Arms is located at 5240 N Winthrop Ave in Edgewater, Chicago, IL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Sun Wah BBQ, First Sip, and Calo Ristorante.

    What is the average rent in Chicago, IL?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago is currently $1,908 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to Foswyn Arms?

    The schools assigned to Foswyn Arms include Goudy Technology Academy, Mccutcheon Elementary School, and Peirce Elementary Intl Studies School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Foswyn Arms?

    Foswyn Arms is located near 5 grocery stores, including Mariano's Fresh Market (0.2 miles) and Middle East Bakery & Grocery & Café (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including Chicagoland Games: Dice Dojo, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Foswyn Arms?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Foswyn Arms include Visionary Eyecare (0.5 miles away), Dispensary 33 (0.6 miles away), and Mariano's Pharmacy (1 mile away).

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