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The Avondale Lower Level

Riverside apartment in Chicago with kitchen

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Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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Chicago, IL

Place, Wrigley Field
‪7 min drive‬
Place, United Center
‪10 min drive‬
Place, Loyola University Chicago
‪11 min drive‬
Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

The Avondale Lower Level

Check out my basement apartment in Irving Park. The property is right off of Addison Street. Free parking and close to the 90/94 expressway. The Addison Blue Line subway is a 10 minute walk.

Basically a rec space, I rent this out at different times of the year as a convenience to those looking for an alternative to hotels and want to live like a local. I am not part of a property management group, but do love accommodating guests.

***This basement unit has low ceilings (not super low, but should be noted)***
***Pets live on the property and next door. Although not excessive, you will hear dogs at times***
***The "back yard" area "is not" available for use.

As your host, I will help with any information you may need to make your stay in Chicago a memorable one. If I'm in town and not working I will be able to greet you upon your arrival. However majority of the time I am away, and will provide instructions on entering the unit.

You have 100% Privacy. You will not be sharing this apartment with any one else.

The unit also has a private entrance that only you will use. Plenty of permit parking available in front of the house. I provide the permits.

Cooking ware provided.

A Smart TV is mounted in the living room. You can choose to stream or use antenna tv. There is no cable tv.

The apartment has a full bathroom and laundry room.

The master bedroom has a king bed, dresser, and closet. The second bedroom is smaller and has a full size bed. The entire space fits 4-5 people.

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Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Not suitable for children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pets considered

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed

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

This property accepts credit cards

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

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 R18000036958

About the area

Chicago

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Irving Park, a neighbourhood in Chicago. Chicago Theatre and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and State Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or United Center.

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Chicago, IL

What's nearby

Wrigley Field - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Aragon Ballroom - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
United Center - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
Michigan Avenue - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
Loyola University Chicago - 11 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

Chicago Irving Park Station - 3 min drive
Addison Station (Blue Line) - 11 min walk
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Portillo's Hot Dogs - ‬6 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min walk
‪White Castle - ‬2 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Avondale Lower Level pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Avondale Lower Level ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Avondale Lower Level ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Avondale Lower Level located?

Located in Irving Park, this apartment building is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Milwaukee Avenue and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Wrigley Field. Humboldt Park and Portage Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Addison Station (Blue Line) is 11 minutes by foot and Belmont Station (Blue Line) is 15 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tierney M.

10 August 2025

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

Check-in & out was easy! Information/useful tourist knowledge was very helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

19 October 2025

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

The apartment was lovely and clean. The beds were very comfortable. Everything we needed was provided. Area was nice and safe. Excellent communication from host. Easiest checkout we have ever had. Everything was as described or better.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

8 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Jed was a fantastic host! His great communication and super accommodating nature made a huge difference in our stay in Chicago.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

4 August 2023

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

Great place for a short stay!

The place was exactly how listed and located in a fantastic area. Perfect for short stays.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe u.

17 October 2024

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

Great Stay!

I enjoyed a weekend stay here for the Chicago Marathon and it was great! The location was on a nice, quiet street, while still being close to stores for anything you need and public transportation (trains & busses). The apartment was clean and had all the necessities and the host was very kind and communicative. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Minneapolis

17 August 2023

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

Great Stay

Nice property. Attended Cubs game. Good location.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas N.

9 September 2023

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

Enjoyable Stay

The property was perfect for our needs. The owner (Jed) was quick with his response to any inquiry and had some wonderful recommendations. Thank you Jed!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani R.

18 May 2021

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

Good Price

Nice, clean accommodations for a reasonable price. Quiet, residential street. It was nice being able to bring my dog and have a safe place to walk her.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicky B.

10 March 2024

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

North side of Chicago

Easy in and out.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

8 July 2025

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

Great space for sisters trip

We could not be more pleased with our long weekend stay here. Before the trip, all communication was quick and seamless. Check in was easy. Two comfortable bedrooms, a cozy living room area, dining room, and full kitchen (with eat in table). Also, a walk in pantry! The bathroom was clean and stocked (couldn't figure out how to stop the tub for a bath but that didn't detract overall). The neighborhood was a great choice. Easy walking distance to grocery store (Jewel Osco),a a FANTASTIC diner (Sunshine Restaurant, with a friendly old couple running it... They will know your preferences after one visit and treat you like beloved family by the end of your stay).. Heck, you can even walk a few blocks to a Goodwill if you want to pick up Cubs gear before hopping on the bus (a block from the apartment) to get to Wrigley. We would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca S.

26 June 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Visiting family

Furniture, beds and bedding all old and felt like it was picked off a curb. A whole lot of money for a place that felt “gross”.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

4 June 2024

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

Cubs/Reds game

Great place to stay while attending a Cubs game, especially if you have a dog traveling with you. Beautiful, quiet neighborhood. Close to bus route to Wrigley Field, less than a block. Our favorite place to eat was Easy Street Pizza and Beer Garden, 2922 W. Irving Pard Rd., which is a short drive approximately 7 blocks away.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

14 September 2023

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

The hobbit house

Yes the ceiling is a little low. Location is great, and the house was clean. Had all the items we needed. Host answered almost immediately with all the questions we had. Parking was very convenient! Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

April G.

29 July 2021

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

Great location

Comfy and roomy. My husband, older teenager son and I stayed here while my son attended a sports camp in Indiana. Because we had to drive about 1.5hr a few days during our stay we HAD to rent a car. Even with crazy construction going on everywhere our host made parking a breeze. That being said you absolutely do not need a car to explore the city. Chicago public transportation is great! As for the home it was comfy and spacious. The beds were comfortable and the restroom and kitchen were clean. It’s in a nice peaceful neighborhood within walking distance of many restaurants and the blue line train station which basically will take you directly into downtown I no time. Checking in and out was easy and our host was very attentive. If we ever decide to come out to a Cubs game we hope to stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

22 October 2025

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

My daughter and I stayed at this location last month and we really enjoyed our stay!!! The lower level apartment was super clean, very comfortable, and in a great location, so close to bus stops and the train was just a quick walk away! The neighborhood was also very safe and quiet. Our host had fantastic communication and made sure everything was just right for our stay, giving us helpful tips about the area. He also provided parking permits for our car and we loved being able to keep it just outside the house! We really have fond memories of staying here and will definitely look for it the next time we’re visiting the area!!! Thank you for everything, Jed!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ange W.

28 September 2025

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

Parking was easy. Internet was flawless, which was important because I was there for a three day online retreat/conference.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

20 August 2025

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

I'll confirm that the ceilings are low. That said, clearly states that in the description. Even with, nicely set up level with furniture, dining table and refrigerator/freezer. Even a microwave. Beds and pillows were very comfortable, and the temperature was pleasant. Lovely neighborhood with many stores and food places nearby. Host was easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emrah

22 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Wonderful stay for chicago Close to cta station for downtown and airport Well organized apartment and we had everthing we need.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

3 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had an amazing time staying here. It was comfortable and we were so glad to have somewhere cozy to go after a long day of exploring the city.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley D.

16 June 2025

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

Perfect for a long weekend in Chicago. Space was more than big enough for our group of 4. Everything was very clean. We didn't make anything except coffee in the kitchen, but it looked like it would have worked well if we didn't have other plans.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April D.

18 May 2025

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

Big Experience in a quint little place

It was great, everything was nice and clean. Had every amenities that you could need. Even extra fans! This would be a great place for a small girls weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky B.

24 February 2025

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

Family event

This was the second time we stayed in the garden apt. Jeds place is right around the block from our Chicago Family. Apt is we well located for shops/restaurants. We noticed the updates. Looking good. Everything you need is there. Comfortable/homey/clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

17 December 2024

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

Cozy space and a cute neighborhood

This property had everything we needed to explore Chicago for a few days. The neighborhood is very cute and walkable, and everything in the apartment worked as it should. One thing You need to know is that this is a basement apartment with low ceilings.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

1 December 2024

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

Thanksgiving weekend

Great location! Property was clean and in a good area. Close to puclic transportation. Had a great trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

22 November 2024

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

Perfect Spot

This place is in the perfect spot. Groceries and a delicious diner a block away, a nearby train station, and a bus stop around the corner; just perfect. The place was clean and cozy, the host was very friendly and communicative, we loved our stay. Will definitely return!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by JEDIDIAH

Born and raised in Chicago. I'm all things Chicago, so if you need directions somewhere or have questions about the Chicagoland area, I'm your guy. I attended Columbia College Chicago and the University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in Graphic Design.

Why they chose this property

This basement apartment which is in the Irving Park neighborhood also borders popular neighborhoods such as Avondale, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, North Center, Old Irving Park and Logan Square. Just a few blocks away from the Revolution Beer Company, Abby Pub, Kumas Corner and Olive Garden. Best yet, a Portillo's restaurant with a Chicago Gangster theme is currently planned to be built one block away!

Public bus and train minutes away. The unit is close to all public transportation. This includes the CTA 152 Addison bus, the Addison Blue Line train station, Metra Train, and Uber or Lyft. The Blue Line brings you to downtown Chicago & O'hare airport. Only a seven minute walk to the Chicago "L" Train, which is the train going into downtown; including the Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, and Oak Street. The bus is at the end of the block that takes about 10 minutes to Wrigley Field (I'm right off of Addison St). Major expressway very close as well (I-90/I-94). You can get to any part of the city or the Chicago-land area very quickly from this location.

What makes this property unique

The unit with many imperfections is our personal space that we gladly share with you. Comfy and cozy with exposed pipes this old style is the ambiance of the unit. Its a place to rest after exploring our beautiful neighborhood and city of Chicago. The residence has other apartments and other tenants that live there. There are pets on the premises (not in your apartment) that are very well trained however you may hear them from time-to-time. The ceilings are low but not uncommonly low for a garden apartment. In Chicago a basement apartment is considered a garden apartment. The unit is not close to downtown Chicago, the lake, or the Magnificent Mile but very much in the City of Chicago. The subway and bus that will take you to these attractions are very close. Please look where this location sits on a map of the city.

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10/10 Excellent

Tierney M.

Tierney M.

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Jason W.

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Ivan

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Great place for a short stay!

Carrie E.

10/10 Excellent

joe u.

Great Stay!

joe u.

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Minneapolis

Great Stay

Mark W.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas N.

Enjoyable Stay

Douglas N.

10/10 Excellent

Dani R.

Good Price

Dani R.

10/10 Excellent

Vicky B.

North side of Chicago

Vicky B.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Great space for sisters trip

Wendy S.