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Uptown Apartments
Uptown is one of Chicago’s most vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods, offering renters an eclectic mix of entertainment, dining, and lakefront living. Known for its historic music venues like the Aragon Ballroom and Green Mill Cocktail Lounge, Uptown combines old-world charm with modern urban energy. With easy access to the Red Line, Lake Shore Drive, and beautiful beaches, this North Side neighborhood provides both convenience and character for renters seeking an authentic Chicago experience.
Currently showing 5 buildings with 6 active units in Uptown (60613, 60640).
Uptown’s housing stock includes a mix of vintage courtyard buildings, classic Chicago walk-ups, modern high-rises along the lakefront, and newly constructed mid-rise developments with contemporary amenities.
Uptown’s dining and entertainment scene is legendary, drawing food lovers and music fans from across the city. Start your morning at Everybody’s Coffee with a locally roasted brew, then explore the acclaimed dining at Demera, Pho 777 for noodle soups, or Furama for dim sum. The nightlife centers around historic venues like the Green Mill Cocktail Lounge, where Al Capone once held court and live jazz still fills the room nightly, and the Aragon Ballroom, hosting major concerts in a stunning Moorish-inspired space. The Riviera Theatre brings in national touring acts, while neighborhood bars like Carol’s Pub offer honky-tonk charm and Big Chicks features rotating art exhibits and a welcoming atmosphere. The annual Uptown Art Fair and seasonal street festivals showcase the neighborhood’s creative spirit and community pride.
Uptown’s real estate landscape features an impressive variety of housing options that appeal to renters at every price point. Vintage courtyard apartments with original hardwood floors, decorative tile work, and sun-drenched bay windows line tree-shaded streets throughout the neighborhood. Classic three-flat and six-flat walk-ups offer spacious layouts with high ceilings and period details like crown molding and built-in cabinetry. Along the lakefront corridor, modern high-rise buildings provide stunning lake views, in-unit laundry, and amenities like fitness centers and rooftop decks. Newer mid-rise developments are bringing contemporary apartments with open floor plans, stainless steel appliances, and private balconies to the neighborhood’s main commercial corridors, expanding options for renters seeking modern finishes alongside Uptown’s historic character.
Uptown has excellent transit and driving options:
Uptown continues to grow with new construction:
Within one block of the intersection of Lawrence Avenue and Broadway, three historic entertainment venues have stood for nearly a century — and all three are still operating today. The Green Mill Cocktail Lounge opened in 1907 and is Chicago’s oldest continuously running jazz venue. During Prohibition, Al Capone made it his regular table, always taking the corner booth where he could watch both entrances. The Green Mill hosts live jazz seven nights a week in the same room, and the Sunday night Uptown Poetry Slam — running since 1986 — is the longest-running poetry slam in the world.
The Aragon Ballroom opened on July 15, 1926, with an interior designed to resemble the courtyard of a Moorish castle: tiled archways, a painted ceiling sky with twinkling stars, and a ballroom floor built for 5,000 people. Now a concert venue, the Aragon hosts major national touring acts in a setting that cannot be replicated anywhere else. The Riviera Theatre opened in 1917 in French Renaissance Revival style with over 2,500 seats and continues to host live performances today. No other Chicago neighborhood has this concentration of historic, active performance venues within a single walkable block. For renters who attend live music regularly, Uptown is the only neighborhood where a major concert is a short walk from home.
Argyle Street between Sheridan Road and Broadway is one of Chicago’s most distinctive restaurant corridors on the North Side, with a food scene built by long-running establishments that have served the neighborhood for decades. Ba Le Sandwiches — established in 1988 — is known for its pressed Vietnamese-style sandwiches. Pho 777 draws customers from across the city for its pho with more than 20 broth varieties. Sun Wah BBQ is known for Hong Kong-style Peking duck carved tableside. Furama offers one of the city’s largest dim sum selections on weekend mornings.
The Argyle Night Market runs every Thursday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. (seasonal) between Kenmore Avenue and Sheridan Road, drawing an estimated 5,000 visitors per week. Running since 2013 as Chicago’s only weekly street festival, the market brings food vendors, live music, and community programming to the corridor throughout the summer season. The Argyle Red Line stop sits directly on the block, making it a practical daily destination rather than a special-occasion trip.
Uptown stands out as Chicago’s most pet-welcoming neighborhood among the communities Landstar serves — over 93% of Uptown rental buildings listed through us accept pets. That is the highest pet-friendliness rate in our market by a significant margin. It reflects the practical character of Uptown’s housing stock: vintage courtyard buildings and multi-flat walk-ups where landlords have long accepted pets in exchange for stable, long-term tenants.
The lakefront location adds genuine value for pet owners. Montrose Beach at the east end of Montrose Avenue is one of Chicago’s most popular off-leash dog beaches (seasonal, May through October). Foster Beach offers a quieter alternative just to the north. The lakefront trail connects to the 18-mile Chicago lakefront path, giving dog owners one of the best daily-walk environments in the city. Supply for pet owners is not the constraint in Uptown. Landstar’s leasing agents can identify buildings flexible on breed and size, and those closest to lakefront access. Contact us to tell us about your pet before you search.
Uptown offers some of the best lakefront access of any Chicago neighborhood. Montrose Beach — at the northern end of Montrose Harbor — is one of the largest and most popular beaches on the North Side, with a sandy shoreline, volleyball courts, a boat launch, and the seasonal Montrose Dog Beach. Foster Beach, slightly to the north, is smaller and quieter, popular with residents who prefer a less crowded lakefront experience.
Marine Drive’s high-rise corridor between Foster Avenue and Lawrence Avenue offers apartments with direct lake views at some of the lowest per-square-foot rents of any lakefront-adjacent buildings in Chicago. The lakefront path connects south to Lincoln Park and north toward Rogers Park and Evanston, making it a practical commuting route by bike as well as a recreational amenity. For renters who factor access to open water into their apartment search, Uptown’s lakefront is one of Chicago’s best-kept value stories.
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Average rent in Uptown starts at approximately $1,400 for a studio to $2,400 for a 2-bedroom apartment. Prices vary depending on the building, amenities, and exact location within the neighborhood.
A historic entertainment district with stunning architecture, lakefront access, and rapid revitalization. Uptown is a popular choice for renters looking for apartments in Chicago.
Uptown is well-served by public transit. Key CTA stops include Red Line Lawrence, Red Line Wilson and Purple Line Express. These provide convenient access to downtown Chicago and surrounding neighborhoods.
Neighborhoods near Uptown include Lincoln Square, Lakeview, Rogers Park and Albany Park. Each of these neighborhoods has its own unique character and amenities, giving residents plenty of options for dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Yes. Landstar Realty Group offers a free apartment locator service in Uptown and across Chicago. Our agents help you find the right apartment at no cost to you — the landlord pays our fee. Contact us to start your search today.
Uptown has three historic music venues within one block of Lawrence Avenue and Broadway: the Green Mill Cocktail Lounge (opened 1907, Chicago’s oldest continuously running jazz venue, live jazz seven nights a week), the Aragon Ballroom (opened 1926, Moorish castle interior, major national touring acts), and the Riviera Theatre (opened 1917, French Renaissance Revival, 2,500+ seats). No other Chicago neighborhood has this concentration of historic, active performance venues.
Yes — over 93% of Uptown rental buildings listed through Landstar accept pets, the highest rate of any neighborhood we serve. Landstar’s leasing agents can match you to buildings flexible on breed and size, and those closest to Montrose Beach’s off-leash dog area and the lakefront trail. Contact us with your pet details before you search.
Yes. Montrose Beach and Foster Beach are both walkable or bikeable from most Uptown apartments. Montrose Beach is one of the largest North Side beaches and features a seasonal dog beach. Marine Drive’s high-rise corridor offers lakefront-adjacent apartments at some of the lowest rents of any lakefront neighborhood in Chicago.
584 apartments currently available for rent in Uptown.
| Unit Type | Price Range | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,525 – $2,085 | $1,700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,760 – $2,570 | $2,155 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,816 – $3,900 | $3,245 |
| 3 Bedroom | $5,620 | $5,620 |
Source: Zillow rental market data. Last updated: February 2026.
