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Neighborhood guide
Lakeview is a large North Side Chicago neighborhood stretching from the lakefront to Wrigleyville — known for Wrigley Field, a deep bar and dining scene, great transit, and better value than downtown.
from $1,590/mo★ 5 · 54 Google reviews
At a glance
| Layout | From |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,590 |
| 1 Bed | $2,036 |
| 2 Bed | $3,667 |
| 3+ Bed | $8,465 |
The overview
Lakeview spans the lakefront beaches to Wrigley Field — a big, lively north-side neighborhood with excellent transit, a huge nightlife and dining scene, and a mix of vintage walk-ups and newer buildings. Boystown, the Southport Corridor, and Wrigleyville each have their own flavor.
For renters it's social, walkable, and generally easier on the budget than downtown — a top pick for people who want energy, the lakefront, and Red/Brown Line access without a downtown price tag.
What you’ll love
Baseball, the Southport Corridor's shops, and one of the city's biggest bar scenes.
Wrigley Field, 1060 W Addison St · Southport Corridor · Music Box Theatre, 3733 N Southport Ave
Beaches and the trail on the lake, plus full grocery throughout.
Belmont Harbor & the Lakefront Trail · Mariano's & Trader Joe's · Boystown / N Halsted St
Getting around
Available now
Optima Lakeview
Lakeview
$3,126+
1 bed
$5,728+
2 bed
$8,465+
3+ bed
Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Heated Rooftop Pool +24
3450 N Lake Shore Drive
Lakeview
$2,105+
Studio
$2,319+
1 bed
$3,667+
2 bed
Fitness Center, Business Center, Rooftop Deck +10
Oakdale Terrace
Lakeview
$1,590+
Studio
$2,036+
1 bed
Laundry Room, Storage Rooms, Package Locker +1
How rent compares
| Neighborhood | Studio | 1 bed | 2 bed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview | $2,108 | $3,276 | $5,728 |
| Lincoln Park | $3,250 | $4,395 | $6,075 |
| Logan Square | — | $2,725 | $3,685 |
| Chicago median | $2,483 | $3,021 | $4,416 |
Median asking rent from current availability. Updated daily.
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Questions
Rents in Lakeview start around $1,590/month and update daily from current availability. The guide shows live pricing and the current deals, and a local locator can line up tours.
It's a great fit for renters who want a lively, walkable, social neighborhood with the lakefront and strong transit — usually at a better value than downtown, in exchange for a longer commute.
Generally, yes — rents tend to run lower than the West Loop or River North for comparable space, which is a big part of the neighborhood's appeal.
Lakeview spans the lakefront to Wrigleyville — a big, lively north-side neighborhood with great transit, nightlife, and a mix of vintage walk-ups and newer buildings. It's social, walkable, and generally easier on the budget than downtown.
A licensed local locator learns what you're after, sends a hand-picked shortlist of Lakeview apartments that fit, surfaces the current deals, and lines up your tours.
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