Beautiful Uptown 1-Bed / 1-Bath Steps from the Lake & Transit
Available OCTOBER 1st
Move into a freshly painted, top-floor (4th) gem in one of Chicago's most sought-after neighborhoods.
This sun-filled 1-bed/1-bath features:
-Hardwood floors throughout (freshly refinished), tile in kitchen & bath
-Large windows / excellent natural light
-Ceiling fans in bedroom & kitchen for superior airflow
-Exposed brick wall
-Updated bathroom tiling
Building & Community Perks:
-Well-maintained courtyard & secure building with cameras
-Gym / fitness center on site, laundry room and bike storage
-Pet-friendly. One pet (cat or dog) under 25lbs allowed. Subject to a yearly non-refundable pet fee.
Location Advantages:
-Just steps to the lakefront, Montrose & Foster beaches, Lakefront Trail, and dog-friendly green spaces
-Excellent transit: Red Line, major bus routes, easy access to Lake Shore Drive for driving downtown or to O'Hare/Midway
-Everyday conveniences: grocery stores, specialty markets, coffee shops, dining, entertainment all within walking/biking distance
-Ideal for professionals who want style, comfort, and convenience no long commute, no compromise.
No application fee
No security deposit
Non-refundable move in fee $600
Non-refundable move out fee $300
Move in date Oct 1st
Tenant pays own electricity, gas, and internet
One pet max
No smoking allowed in the entire building premises
Free non-permit street parking
Apt tours start on September 1st. Need 48hrs of notice as the unit is currently occupied.
No application fee
No security deposit
Non-refundable move in fee $600
Non-refundable move out fee $300
Move in date Oct 1st
One year lease
Tenant pays own electricity and gas
One pet max
No smoking allowed in the entire building premises
Free non-permit street parking
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,600/moFees may apply
844 W Ainslie St, Chicago, IL 60640
1beds
700sqft
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Apartment
Available Thu Oct 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Shared laundry
Off street parking
Baseboard
What's special
Exposed brick wallUpdated bathroom tilingFreshly paintedWell-maintained courtyard
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: 14084130441042
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Parking
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,600+14.3%$2/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Listing removed | $1,400$2/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,400+21.7%$2/sqft |
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| 8/16/2025 | Listing removed | $1,150$2/sqft |
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| 8/10/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,150+9.5%$2/sqft |
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| 6/27/2022 | Sold | $100,000-4.8%$143/sqft |
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| 5/28/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/16/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,050-8.7%$2/sqft |
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| 2/16/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/14/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,150+15.6%$2/sqft |
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| 10/11/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/11/2021 | Listed for rent | $995-28.9%$1/sqft |
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| 2/27/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/19/2021 | Price change | $105,000-7.9%$150/sqft |
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| 1/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $114,000+42.5%$163/sqft |
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| 8/30/2020 | Listing removed | $1,400$2/sqft |
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| 8/29/2020 | Price change | $1,400+21.7%$2/sqft |
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| 7/31/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,150+4.5%$2/sqft |
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| 6/18/2020 | Listing removed | $1,100$2/sqft |
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| 6/16/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,100$2/sqft |
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| 9/7/2016 | Sold | $80,000+65.3%$114/sqft |
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| 11/21/2013 | Sold | $48,410+21%$69/sqft |
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| 9/21/2004 | Sold | $40,000$57/sqft |
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| 10/20/2003 | Sold | $40,000$57/sqft |
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| 11/28/2000 | Sold | $40,000+33.3%$57/sqft |
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| 11/1/1996 | Sold | $30,000+55.2%$43/sqft |
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| 3/31/1994 | Sold | $19,333$28/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Uptown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mccutcheon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Senn High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi







