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Unit 515 at The Van Buren

No longer available

Last listed at $2,371/mo on October 14, 2026

1 bed · 1 bath · 551 sq ft

808 W Van Buren St, Unit 515, Chicago, IL 60607
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Unit 515 at The Van Buren in Chicago, IL is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 551 sq ft apartment. It is not available now and was last listed on October 14, 2026, at $2,371 a month. 7 other 1-bed units are available here now, from $2,559. It was listed from October 12 to October 14, 2026.


Unit details

Unit 515 at The Van Buren has the J1B2 floor plan. Pets are allowed, garage or covered parking is available, and the unit has an in-unit washer and dryer.

  • Unit

    515
  • Floor plan

    J1B2
  • Beds

    1 bd
  • Baths

    1 ba
  • Size

    551 sqft
  • Pets

    Pets allowed
  • Parking

    Garage or covered parking
  • Laundry

    In-unit washer and dryer

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Unit 515 at The Van Buren shows $490 a month in fees (parking garage $350, utility billing bundle $110, pet rent $30) and $860 due at signing (administrative fee $500, pet fee $300, application fee $60).

Monthly fees

Parking - Garage

$350/mo

Pet Rent

$30/mo

Utility Billing Bundle

$110/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$500

Application Fee

$60

Pet Fee

$300

Unit amenities

Unit 515 at The Van Buren lists 9 amenities, including oak hardwood inspired flooring.

  • 9 Ft Ceilings W/ Natural Light

  • Edge To Edge 3- Gas Cook Range

  • Nest Thermostats & Keyless Entry

  • Oak Hardwood Inspired Flooring

  • Porcelain Tile Bathrooms

  • Private Patios On 3rd Floor Homes

  • Quartz Countertops

  • Soft Closing, Warm Gray Cabinetry

  • Under-Mounted Stainless Steel Sinks


Building amenities

The Van Buren is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 20 building amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and evening & daytime concierge.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Covered Dog Run

  • Co-Working Space

  • Cyber Cafe & Resident Lounge

  • Dishwasher

  • Evening & Daytime Concierge

  • Fitness Center

  • Fitness Center W/ Private Area

  • Garage Parking

  • Gated Access

  • Parking Garage & Bike Storage

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Private Packaging Room

  • Rooftop Grilling & Lounge Area

  • Rooftop Pool W/ Striking City Views

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer


Other 1-bed units available here

  • Unit 815

    $2,559/mo · 1 bed · 1 bath · 551 sq ft

  • Unit 816

    $2,724/mo · 1 bed · 1 bath · 732 sq ft

  • Unit 916

    $2,776/mo · 1 bed · 1 bath · 732 sq ft

  • Unit 514

    $2,834/mo · 1 bed · 1 bath · 803 sq ft

  • Unit 1116

    $2,867/mo · 1 bed · 1 bath · 732 sq ft

  • Unit 714

    $2,893/mo · 1 bed · 1 bath · 803 sq ft


Location

808 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL, 60607


Resident reviews

The Van Buren has a 3.9 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (5.0) and amenities and shared spaces (4.9) highest and location (4.8) lowest.

3.9
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.8
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.9
Building Quality4.8
Location4.8
Maintenance5.0
Overall32 reviews

The Van Buren offers a well-maintained West Loop location with strong amenities, responsive management, and quick maintenance service that resonates with most residents. The building features modern units with abundant natural light, a rooftop pool, gym, and convenient transit access. While the vast majority of residents report positive experiences with staff responsiveness and community atmosphere, a small number of reviews cite maintenance delays, noise concerns, and inconsistent leasing office experiences.

Management and staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, friendliness, and attentiveness to resident needs, with maintenance issues typically resolved within 24 hours. The leasing and office teams are noted as professional and welcoming during tours and move-in processes. One negative experience reported poor greeting and accommodation during a leasing tour. Overall, residents report feeling valued and well-cared-for by the management team.

Residents consistently praise the property's amenities, particularly the rooftop pool, well-maintained gym, and lounge spaces. The parking garage is noted as clean and secure, with maintenance issues typically resolved within 24 hours. One older review cited concerns about outdoor furniture wear and hallway carpet condition, though recent reviews indicate ongoing property upkeep improvements.

Residents report strong building cleanliness and maintenance responsiveness, with most praising daily cleaning and quick repair turnaround. The building features modern finishes, high ceilings, and good noise insulation. Some concerns include wear on outdoor furnishings, occasional HVAC issues, and elevator access limitations during move-ins.

The West Loop location is a major draw, with excellent transit access including nearby Blue Line and bus service, plus convenient access to local shops and dining. Residents consistently praise the neighborhood's vibrancy and walkability, though one review noted utility billing practices. The building's amenities, including pool and fitness facilities, are well-maintained and enhance the location appeal.

Maintenance requests are consistently resolved within 24 hours, with residents praising the responsiveness and quality of the maintenance team. Staff are noted as professional and proactive in addressing repair needs. The property demonstrates strong follow-through on work orders and maintenance issues.

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 Van Buren is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Excellent
Grade A
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B+

About this property

The Van Buren is a 148-unit building in Chicago, IL.

Forged from glass and steel, The Van Buren stands tall as the gateway to Chicago's West Loop and welcomes the City's innovators, professionals, and creatives through its doors. This luxury high-rise community provides its residents with sophisticated and trendy apartment features, extravagant and resort-style amenities and convenient and dependable services. When you call The Van Buren home, you are free to indulge in all that life and the city of Chicago have to offer. Take in gorgeous views from within your home, work out with a personal trainer in the fitness center or dine out in Greektown or West Loop. The world awaits at The Van Buren.

  • Building

    Apartment · High-Rise
  • Total units

    148

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Van Buren is Sonnets Academy, a private preschool 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Galileo Scholastic Academy of Math & Science, 0.5 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Sonnets Academy

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.1 mi

Hull House Early Childhood Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Bgcc Ida Mae Fletcher Family Life

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Haymarket Center Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Child Care Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Galileo Scholastic Academy of Math & Science

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.5 mi

Intercultural Montessori Language School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.6 mi

Uic Childrens Center I

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Skinner Elementary School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.6 mi

Chicago World Language Academy

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.7 mi

Contact & management

The Van Buren is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 312-721-0122.