Lofty Garden Retreat Artist-Music Friendly 2BR in Humboldt Park

Welcome to your urban oasis in Humboldt Park, where all the local’s live! Lofty, open-concept living with exposed brick walls, and lower ceilings. Humboldt Park is directly 4.5 miles west of the Magnificent Mile and Wrigley Field, 2 miles from the United Center, less than 2 miles from Wicker Park and Logan Square. This 700 sq/ft 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom garden unit plus futon blends vintage charm with modern comfort. Perfect for creatives, explorers, and anyone seeking a cozy home base in Chicago.

The unit includes:

• ✦ Chill vibes 🌿🔥🌳
• ✦ Two thoughtfully designed bedrooms—each with a full sized bed, freshly washed linens, and calming decor to help you recharge
• ✦ Fully equipped kitchen for home-cooked meals
• ✦ 5.0 GHz WiFi—guest network connection for streaming and work from home
• ✦ Access to a lush backyard, great for morning coffee or evening unwinding
• ✦ Free street parking 1/2 block away around the corner on Augusta ave
• ✦ On-site vending machine for fun late-night snacks
• ✦ Free laundry available
• ✦ Bluetooth Soundbar for wireless music & movies! 🎵🎥🔊

Reasonable LOUD levels at night is not a problem. You will also hear the upstairs neighbors footsteps. Caution we have lower ceiling height at 6’5”

GAMES- Nintendo gaming console with 30 games & one controller/ Golf pong / darts / mini beer pong / mini basketball / mini bags cornhole / mini pool table / 21 board games / mini skee ball / wall ring toss / Mini Curling / Gun Shooting Target / Chess & Checkers / Poker Texas Hold Em table cloth casino style

Nestled in a vibrant, residential neighborhood just steps from the nature filled Humboldt Park—one of the city’s largest green spaces, great for hiking or biking, & easy walking distance to a huge swimming pool! Just a small bike ride away from bars, coffee shops and restaurants. Whether you’re here to create, relax, or explore, this garden-level getaway is the perfect place to land.

Humboldt Park is a vibrant and historic neighborhood on Chicago’s West Side, known for its deep Puerto Rican roots, beautiful green spaces, and artistic spirit. Notably, L. Frank Baum wrote The Wonderful Wizard of Oz while living just steps from Humboldt Park, adding a touch of literary magic to its rich legacy. Today, the neighborhood is celebrated for its iconic Paseo Boricua, colorful murals, historic greystone architecture, and strong community pride that honors its past while embracing creative growth.

You can rent a Divvy Bike in walking distance and ride the 606 trail or take one bus directly to Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile, Oak Street Beach, or River North.

Book your stay and experience the authentic side of Chicago! RECOMMENDATIONS [nearby]: Arcadia Foremost Liquor Store- Best alcohol & beer selection
Spinning J: Coffee shop + Breakfast $$
California Clipper: Cocktails + Live Music $$
Rootstock Wine Bar: Date Spot + Upscale American cuisine $$$
Segnatore: Italian cuisine + Bar $$$
Suncatcher Brewing: Brewery $$
Lucy’s: Burgers + Milkshakes $$
Aztec Dave’s: Tacos + Margaritas $$
The Hi-Lo: Cocktails $$
Boulevard Sports Bar: BBQ + UFC fights $$
Offset BBQ: BBQ, Bar + Live Blues $$
Bulerias Tapas Bar: Spanish cuisine $$$
Esmeralda’s Lounge: Cocktails + Live House Music $$
Barbaro Taqueria: Modern Mexican cuisine + Bar $$
Richmond’s Sports Bar: Sports + Pool Table $
Jibarito y Mas- Famous Puerto Rican sandwich invented here in Humboldt Park. Has fried plantains instead of bread. Gluten free
The Continental: 4am Bar / 5am Saturdays $$
Kimball Arts Center: Coffee shop $$
Gaoku: Japanese cuisine + Bar $$$
Rosa’s Lounge: Live Blues + Bar $$
Lou Malnati’s: Deep Dish Pizza [Doordash Favorite] $$
Zoku: Sushi + Thai cuisine [Doordash Favorite] $$
Seoul Taco: Korean Bulgogi Tacos [Doordash Favorite] $$
Cermak Fresh Market: Grocery store
Arcadia Foremost: Craft Beer + Liquor store
Ivy Hall Logan Square: Dispensary
Humboldt Park: Nature Urban Hike
Monster Ramen- chef owned best Ramen soup
LATE NIGHT FOOD: [Dine-in or Carry-out]
Beetle Bar & Grill: American 4pm-1am $$
Cleo’s Bar: American $$
Rosati’s Pizza: Slice 12am-3am $$
Dublin's Bar & Grill: American/Seafood 11am-4am (5am Saturdays) $$
Griddle 24: Breakfast 24 hours $$
El Ranchito: Tacos + Margaritas 24 hours $
TRANSPORTATION:
Bus Stops: $2.50 per ride (have exact change). “Unlimited Ride Passes” for 1, 3, 7, 30 day passes available on “Ventra” app. TIP: Google & Apple Maps has an option to route directions using public transportation.
65 Grand Bus (Grand & Homan stop) to Navy Pier.
66 Chicago Bus (Chicago & Homan stop) to Magnificent Mile, River North, Ukrainian Village neighborhoods, transfer to Red Line trains.
82 Kimball-Homan Bus (Homan & Augusta Stop) to Logan Square & Avondale neighborhoods.
70 Division Bus (Division & Homan stop) to Wicker Park, Old Town & Gold Coast Neighborhoods.

Divvy Bikes: download Divvy app, walk to August ave & Central Park ave, activate and ride.
Lyft app: taxi service + you can rent electric scooters
LOCAL TIPS:
Water Taxi: hop on in Chinatown or at the Michigan ave stop. The boat serves beer & has a restroom. Buy a one way ticket ($15), you can stay on and not get off until you get back to where you began OR feel free to hop on and off to explore with roundtrip tickets. It is the cheapest boat ride in Chicago.
Chinatown: Neighborhood with great food, gifts and Chicago memorabilia at affordable rates. Routing to “Chinatown Square Zodiacs” will land you right in the middle as there is two sections of this neighborhood.
606 Trail: transformed from an abandoned railway into an elevated urban hiking walking/jogging/cycling trail stretching 2.7 miles. Unlike the Lakefront trail, this path feels authentically local rather than tourist-oriented. The pathway connects Wicker Park, Bucktown, Humboldt Park, and Logan Square, offering both a scenic route filled with art installations and a practical way to explore these vibrant districts.
Chicago is known for the the home of House music and a high tempo form of Jazz. Jazz, Blues & house music clubs are everywhere. Just ask more info about the live music & dance scene.
Chicago is known for segregated neighborhoods and fusion food from all over the world. Try any local restaurants and you’ll love it!