Wacker Place is a new collection of luxury apartments in one of the most recognizable locations in downtown Chicago. Located at 65 East Wacker Place, the building blends the character of a historic downtown address with modern residences and amenities Positioned where the Loop meets River North, Wacker Place offers immediate access to the Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Michigan Avenue, and some of the city’s best restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.
Inside the residences, Wacker Place combines classic architecture with contemporary interiors. Apartments feature custom quartz countertops, premium appliances, wide plank flooring, designer pendant lighting, undercabinet lighting, and tile backsplashes. The spacious kitchens are designed for everyday cooking and entertaining, with kitchen islands. Large windows bring in natural light throughout the day, while blackout roller shades provide an option for darkness when needed.
Bedrooms include custom built in closets that maximize storage, and every apartment features an in unit washer and dryer. Bathrooms offer modern design with LED backlit mirrors, while select residences include frameless glass enclosed showers. Residents also have access to Fonset furnishing and interior design services, making it easy to furnish a new home with professionally curated pieces that’s move in ready.
The amenity spaces at Wacker Place are designed to support every part of daily life. Residents can start the day in the fitness center or yoga studio, spend the afternoon working from dedicated coworking spaces or private study rooms, and finish the evening relaxing on the rooftop terrace overlooking downtown Chicago. The outdoor spaces include comfortable seating, fire pits, and grilling stations that make the rooftop a popular place to gather throughout the year.
Inside the building, residents also have access to a beautifully designed clubroom, comfortable lounges, and a hosting kitchen for private dinners and celebrations. A twenty four hour concierge, refrigerated package and food delivery storage, secure bike storage, storage lockers, complimentary WiFi throughout the common areas, pet amenities, and professional on site management add another level of convenience.
One of the biggest advantages of living at Wacker Place is everything just outside the front door. The Chicago Riverwalk is only steps away and offers miles of waterfront walking paths, outdoor dining, and seasonal events throughout the year. Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Maggie Daley Park, Jay Pritzker Pavilion, and the Magnificent Mile are all nearby, giving residents easy access to some of Chicago’s most iconic destinations.
Residents can walk to Pizzeria Portofino for dinner along the river, enjoy steaks at Morton’s Steakhouse, located inside the building, or meet friends at Ocean Prime, Siena Tavern, The Dearborn, MingHin Cuisine, or McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood. Nearby favorites like LondonHouse Rooftop, Monk’s Pub, and Land and Lake Kitchen offer plenty of options for happy hour, weekend brunch, or drinks. Heritage Outpost, Espresso and Milk, and Good Funk are all nearby for morning coffee, while Mariano’s, Whole Foods Market, Walgreens, and neighborhood grocery stores make running errands simple without leaving downtown. With a Walk Score of 100 and a Transit Score of 100, residents can accomplish nearly every daily errand without getting behind the wheel. Multiple CTA train lines, bus routes, Metra stations, and Divvy bike stations are all within a short walk, making it easy to get anywhere in the city.
With thoughtfully designed residences, comfortable shared spaces, and one of the best downtown locations in Chicago, Wacker Place is an excellent option for anyone searching for a new luxury apartment in the Loop or River North. If you’re interested in touring Wacker Place or comparing it with other luxury apartment buildings in downtown Chicago, Downtown Apartment Collective can help you explore current pricing, available floor plans, and leasing specials to find the right fit for your next home.
