3bd 1bth | 1 mi to Univ of Chicago | 16 Min - Dtwn - Chicago

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Queen sized bed. Sleeps two (2) people

3rd bedroom

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Location
Host

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Beach view

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Chicago, IL

University of Chicago4 min drive
Chicago Museum of Science and Industry5 min drive
McCormick Place9 min drive
Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)30 min drive

My friends and I decided to use Maurice’s flat as our homebase while we were in the Chicago area. The flat is spacious, ...

Zoe M.

Oct 17, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

First bedroom

1 Single Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed

Third bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

3bd 1bth | 1 mi to Univ of Chicago | 16 Min - Dtwn

Designed with you in mind, this peaceful & cozy urban flat is perfect for families & friends alike coming to the Chicagoland area looking for a 3BD/1BA space. It has a homey influence inside & out and is perfect for a nice, relaxing stay.

The flat is available to be booked. If you’re a business professional, traveling nurse, or just coming to Chicago to explore, then you’ve found the perfect spot. Wait no longer...book your stay today!

***4 GUESTS MAX | NO EXCEPTIONS***

***NO SLEEPING ON THE COUCH. IT IS NOT A SOFA SLEEPER AND NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO SLEEP ON IT. There is only enough beds to accommodate four (4) people. | NO EXCEPTIONS***

We’ve had some amazing guests during this first part of 2022!! A lot of families and a few solo stays & we plan to continue to have great guests & great stays. If you want to party, this is not the space for you. This is not the “let’s bring our Bluetooth speaker so we can play loud music” house. Walls are thin and noise bleeds through.

We've done our best to make this a peaceful oasis in the middle of the inner-city; we believe we’ve accomplished that. :-)

When you enter the home:
-You will be greeted with a nice reflection of yourself, as the door opens to a
full length mirror and resting chair in the entrance.

The Common areas include a:
-Relaxing living room space with an LG smart TV (with complimentary access
to Xfinity cable. You have the option to sign into your own streaming apps)
-Spacious eat-in kitchen area for family cooking/dining and/or working remotely
-Snug couch and comfortable chair

1st bedroom features:
-Twin sized bed
-Comfy chair w/ a reading lamp

2nd bedroom features:
-Full sized bed
-Work desk & chair

3rd Bedroom features:
-Queen sized bed
-Directly across from bathroom
-Two terrycloth robes to snuggle in

The Kitchen features:
-an instant coffee/tea station (drip coffee pot available upon request)
-fully stocked (dishes, pots, and pans for your stay)

The Bathroom includes a 4-piece setup which is perfect for soothing bubble baths after a long day.

***This is a NONsmoking home. Please go out the back door to the back porch to smoke***

Your stay is...

4 minute drive to Jewel Osco
5 minute drive to Metra 63rd Street Train Station
7 minute walk to Green Line L Station
8 minute drive to University of Chicago
9 minute drive to Museum of Science & Industry
10 minute drive to Chicago White Sox
11 minute drive to downtown Hyde Park, Chicago
15 minute drive to Soldier Field
16 minute drive to downtown Chicago
17 minute drive to Shedd Aquarium
20 minute drive to Magnificent Mile
25 minute drive to Midway International Airport
33 minute drive to O'Hare International Airport

Property manager

Maurice Thorbs

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Beach view

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

-Must be 25 year old or older. -NO PARTIES -NO SMOKING -NO LOUD MUSIC -ONLY Reservation holder can check in.

Guests will incur a cleaning fee ($250) for anyone that breaks this rule. Smoking (of any kind) = immediate removal from property with NO REFUNDS.

-Do not tamper with the Ring video doorbell, i.e. stand in front of or try and block the view of the camera.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number R24000112686

About the area

Chicago

Located on a lake, this apartment is in Woodlawn, a neighbourhood in Chicago. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grant Park, while Chicago Museum of Science and Industry and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Field Museum of Natural History, or head to an event or a match at McCormick Place.

Chicago, IL

What's nearby

University of Chicago Medicine - 2 min drive
University of Chicago - 4 min drive
Chicago Museum of Science and Industry - 5 min drive
Guaranteed Rate Field - 8 min drive
McCormick Place - 9 min drive

Getting around

Chicago 75th Street Station (Grand Crossing) - 4 min drive
King Drive Station - 6 min walk
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 3 min drive
Jerk 48 - 7 min walk
Get It N Go - 10 min walk
Jamaican Jerk Spice - 8 min walk
Robust Coffee Lounge - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3bd 1bth | 1 mi to Univ of Chicago | 16 Min - Dtwn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3bd 1bth | 1 mi to Univ of Chicago | 16 Min - Dtwn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3bd 1bth | 1 mi to Univ of Chicago | 16 Min - Dtwn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3bd 1bth | 1 mi to Univ of Chicago | 16 Min - Dtwn located?

This family-friendly Chicago apartment building is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of University of Chicago Medicine and University of Chicago. Lake Michigan and Chicago Museum of Science and Industry are also within 3 miles (5 km). King Drive Station is 6 minutes by foot and Cottage Grove Station is 11 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Diana J.

18 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Neighborhood sketch

Nice unit and host had great communication but it is on a street with abandoned buildings and boarded up houses. I did not feel safe as people where approaching me while I was getting luggage out of the car. I understand urban but if traveling as woman or alone I would look elsewhere .

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe M.

17 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and quiet!

My friends and I decided to use Maurice’s flat as our homebase while we were in the Chicago area. The flat is spacious, clean, and quiet, and the beds are so comfortable!! It was the perfect spot for us to wind down and rest after a busy day of exploring the city.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jey m.

26 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place!

Very clean. Nice amenities. Super convenient. Close to Univ of Chicago. Responsive owner. Will come again, for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reann E.

7 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Hotel experience with the privacy of a house

This place was amazing & just what we were looking for! This newly remodeled up to date apartment suited our needs well, with 3 separate bedrooms. The beds were very comfy & we enjoyed the living area as well. The host was very communicative & even reached out to see if we needed anything. We felt safe while staying there. We would defintely stay again if we are ever in Chicago.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

12 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable

Maurice’s place was lovely, and comfortable. The pictures of the listing are completely accurate. The whole place was very clean. Great communication with Maurice while we were there. Easy street parking just outside the unit. We would stay here again for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maurice Thorbs

Food Creative | Chef(ish) | Owner of JustSoul CHICAGO | Real Estate Investor BA - Communications, Media Arts, & Theater (CMAT) - Chicago State University I am on a quest to marry my love of all things food, media and house flipping into one beautiful utopia. I love Jesus (but I cuss a little) Dorothy Zbornak is my best friend I give all grandmothers a run for their money in the kitchen.

Why they chose this property

The apartment sits on a block that is currently being revitalized in Woodlawn, a Southside gem of Chicago. Nestled against Lake Michigan to the east and Hyde Park to the north, Woodlawn is home of the University of Chicago and future home of the President Obama Library in Jackson Park. Full of culture and life, Woodlawn is on the brink of change as there are many new constructs and rehabs happening around the area. There's said to be a revitalization coming to the housing tenement that is two blocks west of this property.

This urban, homey retreat is the perfect location because of its relative location to everything. A short car ride to most places worth going to. Woodlawn has a vibrancy and richness that makes one feel at home. This is the true, authentic Chicago. The residents are still neighborly and kind but this is NOT the "plush", high-end part of Chicago—we are not in the Gold Coast or Lincoln Park—it's up & coming, no doubt.

This is the true definition of the inner-city, where children still play on the sidewalks and run through water hoses in the summer. With its proximity to the University of Chicago and Hyde Park to the north, Lake Michigan to the east, and only 16 minutes from downtown, Woodlawn is approaching a grand revival. We are Woodlawn strong!

Please note: You will hear street noise at all times of night sometimes. You will hear people riding down the street with loud music...neighbors laughing and loud-talking. If that bothers you...please do not book here.

What makes this property unique

If you want a real, authentic experience with Chicago then this is definitely the place for you to stay. Most people love the bnb because of the ease of getting to I94 or Lake Shore Drive. With its proximity to the University of Chicago and Hyde Park to the north, Lake Michigan to the east, and only 16 minutes from downtown, Woodlawn is definitely not a place to be counted out.

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