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The Mason – Kitchen

The Mason

$2,233 – $5,250/mo

  • Studio–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 423–1,300 sq ft
  • 26 units available
  • Pet friendly
180 N Ada St, Chicago, IL, 60607

As of November 3, 2026, The Mason in Chicago, IL has 26 apartments for rent from $2,233 to $5,250/mo. Studios start at $2,233, one-bedrooms at $2,395, two-bedrooms at $4,250, and three-bedrooms at $5,250. The average asking rent has fallen 7.4% since April 16, 2026, from $3,252 to $3,012.


Floor plans

The Mason has 26 units available across 17 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (423–517 sq ft), 11 one-bedroom layouts (545–790 sq ft), 3 two-bedroom layouts (1,128–1,162 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,300 sq ft). Prices checked November 3, 2026.

S3 | Studio | 517 SF

Studio • 1 Bath • 517 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,233/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1006$2,233517Nov 2
1106$2,400517Dec 7

S1 | Studio | 423 SF

Studio • 1 Bath • 423 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,253/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1110$2,253423Nov 8
1210$2,273423Jan 1
1310$2,293423Jan 3

JR3 | Convertible | 545 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 545 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,395/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0609$2,395545Dec 9

A1 | 1 Bedroom | 609 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 609 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,650/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0913$2,650609Oct 31
0713$2,829609Dec 26

A4 | 1 Bedroom | 739 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 739 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,749/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0304$2,749739Nov 2
1304$3,099739Nov 2

A12 | 1 Bedroom | 790 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 790 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,789/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0521$2,789790Nov 2
0317$2,793790Nov 2

A9 | 1 Bedroom | 768 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 768 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,789/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0516$2,995768Nov 2
0514$2,789768Nov 7
0916$2,970768Nov 21

A5 | 1 Bedroom | 740 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 740 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,795/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1308$2,795740Nov 2
1208$2,999740Nov 2

A8 | 1 Bedroom | 761 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 761 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,844/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0424$2,844761Jan 7

A3 | 1 Bedroom | 710 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 710 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,889/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1003$2,889710Jan 11

A11 | 1 Bedroom | 788 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 788 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,919/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0927$2,919788Dec 17

A14 | 1 Bedroom | 790 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 790 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,929/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1211$2,929790Dec 21

A10 | 1 Bedroom | 770 SF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 770 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,944/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0920$2,944770Dec 21

B5 | 2 Bedroom | 1,140 SF

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,140 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,250/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0729$4,2501,140Dec 18

B7 | 2 Bedroom | 1,162 SF

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,162 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,275/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0911$4,2751,162Nov 21

B2 | 2 Bedroom | 1,128 SF

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,128 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,299/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0725$4,2991,128Nov 11

C1 | 3 Bedroom | 1,300 SF

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,300 Sq Ft

Starting at $5,250/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1101$5,2501,300Dec 15

See all 95 units listed at The Mason, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Mason, a studio starts at about $2,431 a month all-in: $2,233 rent and an estimated $198 for electric, gas, water, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,610, a two-bedroom at about $4,544, and a three-bedroom at about $5,648.

All-in from$2,431/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.Included in rent: Internet

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Mason takes about $80,388 a year for a studio, $86,220 for a one-bedroom, $153,000 for a two-bedroom, and $189,000 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $2,431 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $114,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,431/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$114,000/yr

Income to qualify

$80,388/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Mason has ranged from $2,999 to $3,857. The current average is $3,012, down $240 (7.4%) from $3,252 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (161 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Mason, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $2,233 – $5,250/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 1

Amenities

The Mason is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking. It lists 14 amenities, including rooftop private dining room.

  • Convenient Access To

  • Covered Dog Run And Pet Wash Station

  • Expansive Fitness Center With State-Of-The-Art Cardio, Strength And Crossfit-Style Equipment

  • Expansive Ground Floor Bike Storage Room

  • Full Service Bar In The Building Lobby

  • Fully Enclosed Garage Parking

  • Green Globe Certified For Building Efficiency And Environmental Sustainability

  • Onsite Doorman And Maintenance Services

  • Premium Free Wifi Throughout Common Areas And Amenity Spaces

  • Remote Work Spaces And Conference Rooms

  • Rooftop Private Dining Room

  • Rooftop Sky Lounge With Bar, Fireplace, And Game Room

  • Unique Resort-Style Pool Experience With Private Cabanas And Sundeck

  • Yoga / Group Fitness Studio With On-Demand Classes


Amenity photos

  • Roof deck

Location

180 N Ada St, Chicago, IL, 60607


Resident reviews

The Mason has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate amenities and shared spaces (4.7) and management (4.7) highest and building quality (4.3) lowest.

4.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.7
Maintenance4.6
Building Quality4.3
Location4.5
Overall100 reviews

The Mason offers a well-maintained modern building with excellent amenities including a standout pool, full-service gym, and convenient West Loop location near Fulton Market. Residents consistently praise the responsive maintenance team and welcoming front desk staff who create a strong sense of community. However, some residents report concerns about climate control limitations, building noise from nearby transit, thin walls, and occasional management responsiveness issues.

Management and staff at this property are highly responsive and attentive, with leasing office, maintenance, and front desk teams consistently praised for quick problem resolution and friendly service. The leasing process is smooth and welcoming, and maintenance requests are typically addressed promptly. However, a small number of residents report communication gaps regarding building policies, unresponsive management in specific situations, and occasional service inconsistencies.

The Mason offers extensive, well-maintained amenities including a large pool, full-service gym, rooftop deck, coworking spaces, and fitness studios that are cleaned daily. Staff responsiveness is consistently praised, particularly for maintenance requests and front desk support, though some residents report occasional issues with package delivery protocols and management communication. The building's location near Fulton Market and public transit is a major draw, and community events are regularly organized for residents.

Maintenance response is generally fast and reliable, with most residents reporting same-day or next-day service and friendly staff. However, there are documented concerns about HVAC system management—specifically unresponsive emergency maintenance during heating failures in winter and lack of proactive seasonal system switching. One incident involved a malfunctioning fire suppression system that discharged without cause, and building-wide temperature control limitations restrict individual unit adjustments.

The Mason features modern finishes, well-maintained common areas, and responsive maintenance service that most residents appreciate. However, some residents report significant issues with building systems, including inconsistent heating and cooling control, noise transmission through walls, elevator availability, and electrical problems. Building cleanliness and amenity upkeep are generally praised, though experiences vary by timeframe and unit location.

The Mason offers a highly convenient West Loop location with excellent walkability to restaurants, Fulton Market, and public transit, making it ideal for residents seeking urban access. Most residents praise the proximity to downtown, nearby amenities, and transit options, though some note challenges with L train noise and proximity to restaurant exhaust. The location balances vibrant neighborhood access with relative quietness compared to more central areas.

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

The Mason is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is good.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Good
Grade C
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade A

About this property

The Mason offers top-tier living with exceptional amenities and luxury apartments in Fulton Market, Chicago. Find your perfect home today!


Nearby schools

The closest school to The Mason is Montessori Academy-Chicago, a private preschool 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Skinner Elementary School, 0.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Montessori Academy-Chicago

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.1 mi

Montessori Academy Of Chicago

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

Montessori Academy of Chicago

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

Leep Forward Inc.

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

The Gardner School of Chicago - West Loop

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Salvation Army Temple Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Skinner Elementary School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.4 mi

Intercultural Montessori Language School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

Little Green Tree House Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Young Magnet High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.5 mi

Contact & management

The Mason is managed by Waterton.


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