Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,659 - $6,667
Studio - 2 Beds
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Bedrooms
2 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
1,200 - 1,500 sq ft
Harris Point Chicago
Favorites
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Office
- Island Kitchen
- Balcony
- Views
- Hardwood Floors
About Harris Point Chicago
To learn more about our extraordinary community visit HarrisPoint Com. Fill out an interest form on our website to schedule a tour! Current Availability at 1500 W Polk St: Apt 1M - 3bd/2ba $3,600/month for a 12-month lease from Aug 01, 2026 to July 31, 2027. Duplex two-floor apartment! In-Unit Laundry! Apt 3M - 2bd/1ba $2,400/month for a 12-month lease from Aug 01, 2026 to July 31, 2027. In-Unit Laundry! - RENTED RARELY AVAILABLE! This amazing building combines 21st century conveniences and design with beautifully restored vintage features. Apartment Highlights - The entire building and each apartment unit has been completely RENOVATED. - In-unit washer/dryer! - Marble bathrooms. - Open layout living room and kitchen w breakfast bar. Kitchens features all appliances including dishwasher, microwave and lots of cabinet space. - Each apartment has access to their own private storage unit on the ground floor. - Secure indoor bike parking available. - Hardwood floors, large bedrooms, tremendous closet space. - Oversized windows with fantastic natural light. - Intercom security system. - Energy efficient appliances. - Central A/C and Heat. With over 25 years of experience and a track record of serving 5000+ students, Harris Point Chicago understands the needs of UIC and Rush medical students during their transition to Chicago. We offer a superior living experience curated for medical graduate students, featuring a supportive student community, quiet living spaces, prompt maintenance, and a personalized service from a management team that goes above and beyond. Harris Point Chicago ~ Love Where You Live! - Proximity to Medical Campus: Only 1 block away from the Illinois Medical Campus. Quick commutes mean more time for study and relaxation! - Superior service: Prompt maintenance and a management team who goes above and beyond to provide service tailored to you! - Community: Foster your connections in a supportive and quiet living community. - Resident Events: Have fun and make friends with fellow medical graduate students at our wonderful monthly resident events. - Classic Chicago architecture: Experience modern living within beautiful Chicago buildings.
Harris Point Chicago is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60607 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Recycling
Trash Pickup - Door to Door
Bicycle Storage
- Laundry Facilities
- Trash Pickup - Door to Door
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Bicycle Storage
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Intercom
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Basement
- Office
- Views
- Linen Closet
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
1500 W Polk St,
Chicago,
IL
60607
Located less than two miles from Chicago’s Loop, the Illinois Medical District is one of the largest urban medical districts in the United States. Spanning 560 acres total, the Illinois Medical District includes four major hospitals in addition to medical research facilities, labs, raw development area, a biotech business incubator, two universities, and more than 40 healthcare related facilities.
The Illinois Medical District places residents within walkable distance of exceptional medical centers as well as attractions like United Center, Union Park, Little Italy, and the many restaurants and shops strewn along Randolph Street. Chicago’s Central Business District is just minutes away as well. Quick access to I-290, I-90, and the Blue Line makes getting around from the Illinois Medical District simple.
Learn more about living in Illinois Medical District
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
Harris Point Chicago is within 7 minutes or 0.4 mile from Rush University. It is also near Univ. of Ill. at Chicago and Malcolm X College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
343 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
397 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
449 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
547 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
1,138 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
359 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 11-12
57 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
117 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,473 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Polk Station, located 0.3 mile from Harris Point Chicago. Harris Point Chicago is near Chicago Midway International, located 9.1 miles or 16 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 17.8 miles or 28 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 16 min | 9.1 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 28 min | 17.8 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Harris Point Chicago.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Harris Point Chicago has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Douglas Park and Community Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Grant Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
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Millennium Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Alliance for the Great Lakes
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Openlands
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
Harris Point Chicago has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including Douglas Park and Community Center, Alliance for the Great Lakes, and Openlands.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
Harris Point Chicago has 3 hospitals within 0.7 mile, the nearest is Rush University Medical Center which is 0.5 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 36 min | 25.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 40 min | 28.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 51 min | 33.2 mi |
Harris Point Chicago has 3 military bases within 33.2 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 25.4 miles away and a 36 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1500 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 60607