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Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Place, Harold Washington Cultural Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, State Street
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Obama's House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum

The space is two bedrooms with a common area and bathroom. The common area has a sofa (that can be used if there are more guests than cant fit in the bedroom) and a dining set. The common area also has a mini- fridge, a microwave, and a coffee maker (Kitchenette). Guests have their own private entrance. There is also free street parking.

Conveniently situated near McCormick Place, our home offers visitors an ideal location in the center of everything the Windy City has to offer. Guests can easily reach the best shopping, dining, museums, landmarks, and attractions with ease. Whether you're attending a convention at McCormick Place, you want to see a football game at iconic Soldier Field, or you can't wait to dip your toes in Lake Michigan, we're just minutes away from some of Chicago's most exciting attractions and activities.

Just a heads up- we do not allow parties, small gatherings or anything along those lines. We also prefer not to rent to local residents. And please make sure your booking reflects the correct number of guests.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
No parties of any kind no birthday or gettogether
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking! Will charge a fee if smoking in house.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Nothing needs to be done, we will take care of everything.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties or gatherings of any kind are allowed in the house. Only amount of guest booked are allowed in unit.
No GUNS or DRUGS of any kind allowed on property. Reservation will be voided. No smoking in the property at all.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties of any kind no birthday or gettogether
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 60653, R25000130900

About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Bronzeville, a neighborhood in Chicago. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grant Park, while Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and Field Museum of Natural History are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at McCormick Place or Rate Field. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, water skiing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Harold Washington Cultural Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • State Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Washington Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lakefront Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Obama's House - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Chicago 47th Street Station (Kenwood) - 3 min drive
  • 47th Station (Green Line) - 11 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bronzeville Winery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Bar-B-Que - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Parkway Ballroom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carver 47 Food and Wellness Market - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum on Apr 27, 2026 start from $173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum located?

Located in Bronzeville, this beachfront apartment building is in the city center and within 3 mi (5 km) of State Street, Lake Michigan, and McCormick Place. University of Chicago is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. 47th Station (Green Line) is 11 minutes by foot and 43rd Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 76 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 76 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay is lovely. We enjoyed both hosts, and the location was wonderful. We would recommend it highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moira C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LaTrina is an excellent host. Everything was straightforward and communication was quick and easy. I really appreciated how cozy and at home I felt during my stay. 10/10 would recommend her in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

wendy C.

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

Weekend get away

Enough room for a quick get away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful little apartment and great friendly hosts.

Great little apartment and fantastic hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Great Location & Nice Place

Had a great stay, property was located 10 minutes from the Convention Center and close enough to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Chicago Cozy

Thank you for the stay is your adorable guest suite! Location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

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

Great location and property

The location is perfect for plans to the museums and easy access to Lake Shore Drive. It also has plenty of street parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Wonderful stay

We stayed in this property while moving our son into the University of Chicago. It is conveniently located very near campus so it was easy to get back-and-forth. The owners were very easy to work with, and we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

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

Weekend in Chicago

Very clean and spacious accommodations. A great place to stay just south of downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C.

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

Great stay in Chicago

Very friendly host. Location is close to everything and parking was never a problem. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

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

Perfect stay for our girl's weekend!

We had the best time at this little "home away from home." There was more than enough space for my friend and me, and it was a beautiful set-up! The hosts are wonderful as well. I highly recommend this VRBO!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Family Vacation 2023

Had a fantastic time at the property. Very clean and comfortable (for the few times we were there). Excellent trip!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esteban S.

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

Graduation Stay!

Wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy M.

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

Very Clean

Nice place, not alot of parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Chicago

Nice stay, it was clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Wonderful home close to everything!

The description was spot on. We had a great 2 night stay. The host was super kind and met us when we arrived and gave us a tour. The place was immaculate! They had a Keurig with coffee pods which was so nice. My bed was extremly comfortable. Wonderful stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Bronzville is Everything and so was the host!

Great stay at wonderful home. The owner created a warm and friendly environment and had everything set up to ensure a wonderful trip. The space is ideal and is located near restaurants and by Lake Shore. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

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

Extremely Organized

The location was extremely organized and clean. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

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

Great place close to McCormick Center

Very clean place with some very comfortable beds. We felt right at home and it met all of our needs. In town for a convention and wanted to be away from the hotels of downtown Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

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

Bronzeville Gem

Clean stay and had everything we needed. Enjoyed our morning walks to the Green Line at 43rd to enjoy the city…even got to walk past Louis Armstrong’s historic home when he lived in Chicago. Wonderful breakfast at Peach’s just a few blocks away. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Cozy private and convenient

This place was perfect for my recent stay in Chicago. It's clean quiet and secure with a private entrance for guests. Latrina and Valane are great hosts. Will happily book again any future trips to Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina H.

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

Stayed for marathon

Rented with Valane for the marathon weekend. It was clean, quiet, away from the hustle of the city. It was super easy to navigate to expo, start lines, and sites. Loved jot beong couped up in a hotel room for the weekend Highly recommend Thank you so much for the great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It’s a very spacious and relatively quiet place to stay at. In a neighborhood in the other side of town. The TV apps are reliable for a quiet stay after a long day out and the spacing is solid for a good group of people. The issues I found were, be careful with leaving your accounts on certain apps (noticed this with Netflix and YouTube). Kitchenette is decent for small trips but not long ones to stock it. Noticed the TV controllers had dead batteries as well as each TV other than the main one not having a working firestick. The Queen Bed was comfortable along with the couch but the king bed was a bit rickety loose. The service in general though was solid and gracious at the very least. And location can be a bit sparse. Which could be a dealbreaker for future visitors looking to get things conveniently. A good place to stay away from the busy city center, and hopefully those issues can be corrected for the next visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madolen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our host was so kind and very reasonable! The listing makes it sound quite strict, but I will say if you are a traveler who respects the spaces you stay in they are not strict at all! Basic human decency is all they ask so if you can't do that maybe not the place for you, but if you can do that this is a fabulous place to stay! The space is so big and such a great price in such a great area. The hosts are there if you need anything at all and even gave a lot of local recommendations which was so nice! We were there on a work trip and so it was nice to not have to do a ton of research to figure out where we should go for meals and what not. The train is so close by and none of the ubers we paid for to get downtown were very expensive which is so nice. The beds were very comfortable and the space was just delightful. Thank you for letting us stay! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay A.

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

Check it out!! You won't be sorry!!

Lovely home in a lovely neighborhood! Clean and comfortable. Host was accommodating. We enjoyed our four day stay at this home in Chicago :))
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

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