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Ion Lincoln Park

$1,845/mo

2–4 bedrooms
2 baths
6 units available

1237 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614

As of November 3, 2026, Ion Lincoln Park in Chicago, IL has 6 apartments for rent at $1,845/mo. The average asking rent has risen 2.6% since September 1, 2026, from $1,799 to $1,845.

Floor plans

Ion Lincoln Park has 6 units available across 3 floor plans: a two-bedroom layout, a three-bedroom layout, and a 4-bedroom layout. Prices checked November 3, 2026.

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths

Starting at $1,845/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath	$1,845	—	—
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath	Contact for pricing	—	—

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath	Contact for pricing	—	—
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath	Contact for pricing	—	—

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath

4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath	Contact for pricing	—	—
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath	Contact for pricing	—	—

See all 3 units listed at Ion Lincoln Park, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Ion Lincoln Park, a two-bedroom starts at about $2,213 a month all-in: $1,845 rent and an estimated $368 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry.

All-in from$2,213/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Ion Lincoln Park takes about $66,420 a year for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,213 all-in month for a two-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $102,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,213/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$102,600/yr

Income to qualify

$66,420/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Ion Lincoln Park has ranged from $1,799 to $1,845. The current average is $1,845, the highest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (63 days observed).

Amenities

Ion Lincoln Park has garage or covered parking. It lists 9 amenities, including 24-hour fitness center and bike storage room.

24-Hour Door Staff, Elevators And Electronic Locks
24-Hour Fitness Center
Attached Heated Parking Garage
Bike Storage Room
Clubhouse And Lounges
Street-Level Retail Including Starbucks, Jersey Mike’S Subs, Wingstop, Hotworx, Nail Fairy & Spa
Available In-Suite Bathroom
Contemporary Furniture And DéCor
Granite Countertops

Location

1237 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614

Resident reviews

Ion Lincoln Park has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.6) and management (4.0) highest and building quality (2.7) lowest.

3.7 · 200+ reviews

Overall rating

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Mixed

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Management4.0

Building Quality2.7

Location4.6

Amenities and Shared Spaces2.9

Maintenance2.9

Overall100 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are sharply divided. Positive reviews consistently praise staff helpfulness, convenient location near campus and transit, and building amenities. Negative reviews frequently cite high rent relative to unit size and condition, excessive move-out fees and damage charges, thin walls with poor soundproofing, maintenance issues (plumbing, appliances, HVAC), and concerns about lease terms and billing practices.

Management responsiveness and staff helpfulness are highly valued by satisfied residents, with many praising office staff for assistance with leasing, renewals, and maintenance requests. However, a significant minority report challenges with billing practices, fee structures, lease enforcement, and inconsistent staff availability. Concerns include full-month rent charges for early move-outs, additional fees for lease modifications, and delayed resolution of payment processing errors.

Residents report significant concerns about building quality, including thin walls with poor sound insulation, visible gaps between units, low-quality finishes (concrete floors, cheap carpet, unfinished ceilings), and maintenance issues such as plumbing problems and bathroom ventilation deficiencies. Move-in conditions are frequently cited as substandard, with units delivered dirty and damaged. While some residents praise maintenance responsiveness and staff friendliness, the majority of feedback emphasizes structural and material quality issues that do not align with rental rates.

The property benefits from an excellent location with strong transit access, including nearby Fulton stop and multiple bus lines, plus convenient access to grocery stores and restaurants. Most residents praise the convenient positioning for students and commuters. One resident noted maintenance concerns with laundry facilities, though location itself was not disputed.

Amenities and shared spaces receive mixed feedback. Positive reviews highlight helpful staff and good amenities overall. However, negative reviews identify recurring maintenance and operational concerns: laundry equipment malfunction without adequate repair response, limited soundproofing between units affecting noise levels, and mail room functionality issues. Management response to maintenance requests and resident concerns appears inconsistent.

Maintenance staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness and friendliness, with work orders generally completed quickly. However, recurring issues include delayed repairs for major appliances and plumbing problems, with some residents reporting multiple service requests without resolution. Response quality appears inconsistent, with some repairs described as temporary fixes rather than lasting solutions.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Ion Lincoln Park is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade A
Transit: Excellent; Grade B
Biking: Very bikeable; Grade B

About this property

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Nearby schools

The closest school to Ion Lincoln Park is Mayer Elementary School, a public middle school 0.2 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Mayer Elementary School Public · Middle	Public	Middle	0.2 mi
St Josaphat School Private · Middle	Private	Middle	0.2 mi
Montessori Dela Citta Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.3 mi
Creme De La Creme Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.4 mi
For Your Child Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
The Goddard School - Chicago Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
Prescott Elementary School Public · Middle	Public	Middle	0.6 mi
St. James Lutheran School Private · Middle	Private	Middle	0.6 mi
St. Teresa of Avila Campus Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.6 mi
St. Clement School Private · Middle	Private	Middle	0.7 mi