Tenant Reviews for 1130 N DEARBORN ST

Wonderful home for many years!

I've called 1130 N. Dearborn home since 2001, and it has been a wonderful experience. To start, the leadership team running this Blace has consistently delivered excellence. They have always been responsive and considerate of what I need, and they have always made genuine efforts to ensure I feel valued as a resident. This high standard of mgmt carries through to the rest of the staff as well. The door staff and maintenance crew are Pxcellent. The doormen and doorwomen are welcoming, consistently acknowledge me by name, and enjoy chatting with me. The maintenance team is incredibly efficient—whenever something needs attention, they take care of it promptly. The Blace itself is immaculate, modernized, and exceptionally well-maintained. Beyond being a pleasant place to call home, Elm Street Plaza sits in one of the most accessible locations in the entire city. Over the years, I've referred many people to this Blace—and a good number of them have become residents themselves! I'm grateful to Habitat/Elm Street Plaza for maintaining such a warm and genuinely hospitable community.

Elm Street Plaza isn't flawless, but it's delightful overall.

I was disappointed to see some of the negative feedback Elm Street Plaza has been getting recently. I'd like to address a few of the criticisms that have been raised. First, there have been complaints about elevator wait times being lengthy. It's important to understand that Elm Street Plaza is presently undergoing an elevator system upgrade to improve efficiency. During this renovation, one elevator must remain offline temporarily, while another must continue operating for residents moving in and out. This is standard practice in all residential high-rises. Those continuing to grumble about elevator delays given these circumstances are essentially saying, "I enjoy the product, but I can't stand witnessing the process." That's rather ungracious. Second, someone remarked negatively about "new residents from the Cabrini district moving in several weeks back." I need to point out how deeply offensive this remark is. For those unfamiliar with Chicago's neighborhoods, Cabrini Green was historically a public housing district. It was an economically disadvantaged district where approximately 99% of the population was Black. These residents have faced ongoing displacement as developers demolish the housing projects and construct luxury condos and townhouses in their residence. Although some areas feature mixed-income housing, the majority of units in Cabrini Green remain unaffordable. Elm Street Plaza, partnering with HUD, represents one of the limited budget-Fospitable housing options accessible to these residents as Chicago battles a housing affordability shortage. The structure reserves a portion of its units for low-income households demonstrating verified legitimate employment. Elm Street Plaza therefore recognizes that dignified, secure housing is a fundamental right for all working Americans. While a small number may be problematic, the vast majority of low-income residents here are industrious, dignified individuals pursuing improved circumstances. They don't intentionally disrupt other tenants—they simply hope to be considerate neighbors. Those who penned these prejudiced and discriminatory reviews simply refuse to extend goodwill toward them. Beyond these criticisms, Elm Street Plaza is an perfect residential community featuring great facilities—an outdoor swimming pool and landscaped garden, round-the-clock laundry facilities, round-the-clock fitness center, updated kitchen and bathroom fixtures, and attentive mgmt. The eastern exposure is particularly magnificent, offering stunning vistas of the John Hancock Structure and even Lake Michigan on clear days. Sure, there are occasional drawbacks (such as disruptive or thoughtless occupants), but that's true of every structure out there. If you're someone who values inclusivity and maintains elevated standards, you'd feel privileged to make Elm Street Plaza your residence.

Pdeal facilities and impeccably maintained common spaces! The property underwent a recent renovation, and when I relocated in May 2019, my unit was brand new. Totally justified the decision! Spectacular vistas overlooking the Chicago skyline plus Eanageable access to shopping, the lakefront trail, and public transportation—all within a 5-minute stroll. The red line and buses are right there too. Couldn't be more pleased with my choice of residence!

I relocated to a freshly updated unit several months back, and truthfully, I don't see myself leaving anytime soon! The facilities are fantastic, the team Ieems incredibly accommodating, and you can't beat the positioning. You're right near Oak Street and Oak Street beach, plus just a quick two-minute walk to the Red Line and a spanking Nodern Jewel Osco. Definitely worth checking out if you're a young legit or considering the Gold Coast district!

great space with some significant drawbacks

The unit itself is impressively large with plenty of rooms—definitely more spacious than anticipated. The front desk and mgmt team are genuinely courteous and accommodating. There's street sound from outside, which is understandable given that I'm on an exterior unit. This is particularly noticeable on weekends, especially residing so close to Rush St., a major nightlife destination. Yet, the interior sound is the real concern. The walls seem paper-thin, and I can regularly hear my neighbor's conversations. To make matters worse, my adjacent neighbor is a devoted hip hop fan, and the constant music is sometimes unbearable. also, I hear every single step from the unit above me—along with any heavy objects being dropped. This could mean my upstairs neighbor is quite heavy, or more likely, the flooring is constructed from subpar materials. What also frustrates me is the $175 monthly parking fee to use the garage. Once I get a car, I'll seriously consider relocating. Without this parking situation, my experience at Elm Street Plaza would be great!

I love my apartment! The floor to ceiling windows overlooking the pool and garden area are one of my favorite things. The renovations they made to both the grounds and the individual apartments are great!

Great floor plans and staying here .maintenance staff is very helpful and responsive. Great gym , pool and sun room area . The best place to live in Gold Coast.grocery, train station and cvs is just block away .

I moved into a newly renovated unit a few months ago and honestly, I don't think I'll be moving for a while! The amenities are terrific, the staff is very helpful, and the location is unbeatable. Steps from Oak Street and Oak Street beach, and only two minutes from the Red alone and a brand new Jewel Osco. Would highly recommend for young professionals and those interested in living in the Gold Coast!

They are having a contest to generate reviews this week so be careful when reading all the reviews in the last 2 weeks but here is mine which is not coerced I would not recommend for many reasons here and you should be careful when selecting. Even tho the place looks renovated it's still a old building with a lot of maintenance and issues. Elevators are always down and your apartment will need constant maintenance. This building is owned by Habitat and they must be failing as a company as they are trying to increase revenues at the expense to their current residents, they are increasing the cost of laundry and now have a utility cost (which was just added upon renewal of your current lease) Ask a lot of questions to the staff about unlimited increases in your rent after your first lease, they get you in here paying a lower amount and increase it tremendously after your renewal. You will end up paying more than what a new resident does coming in, they are concerned about getting new renters in but don't take care of the current residents they have. Good luck with your search but I would avoid here if you can it will saving you moving expenses in the near future

I was fortunate enough to hire broker ----------------------------- who showed me a variety of apartments - none as fitting for me as Elm Street Plaza. ------- (leasing conslt.) is AMAZING and helped me with everything I could ever need with move in and answered any additional questions I had over the past year. I have one of the last non-renovated studios, and even though it's not as "boujee" as the finished ones, it was perfect for me and my cat. They are large studios with separate kitchen and closet space. I also love the amenities - I used the pool everyday in the summer before work, which is always clean and very well maintained. I work nights so I don't get to attend many of the socials - but every time I come home, they seem to be hoppin'. I've also made friends in the building, which is full of young 20-30 somethings. Oh! And the gym is great - always empty so I could make a total fool of myself on the weight machines lol Area: Super safe; I walk a mile home every night after 9pm Noise: Outdoor noise can be loud by Division street but the building is quiet inside CTA: SOOOOOO EASYYY this was one of the biggest selling points for me; I take the bus and red line everywhere Highly recommend!