Welcome to this bright, updated studio in the heart of Lakeview, tucked into a classic vintage walk-up just a block from the Diversey Brown and Purple Line "L." This top-floor home pairs old-Chicago character with a fully modernized kitchen, offering a comfortable, low-maintenance place to call home. The renovated kitchen features gray shaker cabinets, quartz-style countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and full stainless steel appliances including a gas stove, dishwasher, and microwave. The open living and sleeping space is bright and flexible, with hardwood floors, generous closet space, a ceiling fan, and a convenient kitchen pass-through. Best of all, a flat $100/month covers all utilities plus WiFi, so you can settle in without juggling separate bills. Enjoy an unbeatable location near the lakefront, Wrigleyville, and the countless restaurants, bars, and shops of Lakeview and Lincoln Park.
Features
- Studio layout with open living/sleeping space
- Updated kitchen with gray shaker cabinets, quartz-style countertops, and subway tile backsplash
- Stainless steel appliances: refrigerator, gas stove/range, over-range microwave, dishwasher
- Classic full bathroom with soaking tub
- Hardwood floors in living/sleeping space
- Vinyl plank flooring in kitchen
- Generous closet space
- Ceiling fan
- Kitchen pass-through window
- Radiator heat
- Window AC (tenant-provided; maintenance installs free of charge)
- Common laundry in building
- Top-floor (3rd floor) unit in a vintage walk-up
- Street parking
Utilities
- Flat $100/month covers all utilities plus WiFi
Pet Policy
- 2 pets maximum
- $300 non-refundable fee per dog
- $200 non-refundable fee per cat
Application and Move-In Requirements
- Application fee: $50 per applicant
- Minimum credit score: 650+
- Combined household income of 3x the monthly rent
- Lease term: 12 months
- Move-in fee: $400
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Apartment for rent
$1,395/moFees may apply
916 W Diversey Pkwy, APT 305, Chicago, IL 60614
Studio
350sqft
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Apartment
Available Sat Aug 1 2026
Cats OK
What's special
Fully modernized kitchenQuartz-style countertopsBright updated studioRenovated kitchenKitchen pass-through windowGas stoveCeiling fan
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 350 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Water
Building
Details
- Building name: 916 W Diversey
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Water
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,395+29.8%$4/sqft |
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| 10/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/5/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,075-2.3%$3/sqft |
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| 7/17/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/6/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,100+30.2%$3/sqft |
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| 11/17/2011 | Listing removed | $845$2/sqft |
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| 11/8/2011 | Price change | $845-1.2%$2/sqft |
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| 11/2/2011 | Listed for rent | $855$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Lake View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Harriet Tubman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Lincoln Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi




