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540 N State St, Chicago, IL

River North

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Grand Plaza Chicago Apartments

Name: Grand Plaza Chicago
Address: 540 N State St, Chicago, IL, 60654
Price range: $2242-$3787
Rating: 4.12

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Grand Plaza Chicago Overview and Highlights

Overview

Grand Plaza Chicago: Luxury Living in the Heart of River North

Grand Plaza Chicago stands as a premier residential community located at 540 North State Street, right in the vibrant River North neighborhood of downtown Chicago. This sophisticated apartment complex offers an exceptional urban living experience combining modern design, upscale finishes, and an impressive collection of amenities.

Prime Location in Chicago’s River North Neighborhood

Nestled within one square city block, Grand Plaza offers unparalleled proximity to some of Chicago’s most celebrated dining, entertainment, and cultural destinations. Residents are just steps from landmarks like Navy Pier, Millennium Park, the Chicago Riverwalk, and the Magnificent Mile shopping district. River North itself is known for a bustling arts scene, cutting-edge design galleries, and a lively nightlife, making it one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Apartment Features That Define Modern Living

Grand Plaza Chicago showcases a diverse range of floor plans from efficient studios to spacious three-bedrooms. Apartments are designed with quality and comfort in mind, featuring:

- Granite countertops and quartz surfaces in kitchens

- Stainless steel appliances

- Hardwood floors throughout

- In-unit washers and dryers

- Private balconies with stunning city views

- Floor-to-ceiling windows for natural light

- Walk-in closets and customized cabinetry

The two residential towers include duplex homes with dramatic two-story living rooms and fireplaces, adding an extra touch of luxury to select residences.

Extensive Community Amenities for Every Lifestyle

Boasting over 50,000 square feet of amenity space, Grand Plaza offers residents a wealth of facilities designed for comfort, wellness, and socializing, including:

- Outdoor heated swimming pool with sundeck and private cabanas

- Outdoor kitchen and dining areas perfect for gatherings

- State-of-the-art fitness center with cardio, weight training, an indoor basketball court, and a running track (including an outdoor rooftop track)

- Sauna and steam rooms for relaxation

- Private dog park and runs

- Club floor featuring a library, billiards, and game rooms

- Resident lounges, business center, and co-working spaces

- 24-hour doorman and controlled access for security

- Attached indoor parking and bike storage

These amenities create a thriving community atmosphere where residents can work, play, and unwind without leaving home.

Award-Winning Design and Development

Grand Plaza’s architectural significance and quality have been recognized by several accolades, including the Greater North Michigan Avenue Association’s Development of the Year Award and the National Apartment Association Paragon Award for best high-rise community. The development was designed by Loewenberg + Associates and constructed by Magellan Development Group, reflecting a commitment to excellence and urban sophistication.

A Lifestyle Tailored for Convenience and Luxury

Living at Grand Plaza Chicago means having access to an on-site market and numerous conveniences just an elevator ride away. The proximity to public transportation enhances connectivity to the Chicago Loop and other key business districts. Residents can immerse themselves in the city’s top dining options—from Italian at RPM to Asian fusion at Sunda and quintessential Chicago deep-dish pizza at Lou Malnati’s—all just moments away.

Grand Plaza perfectly balances luxury, location, and lifestyle, making it a standout residence for those seeking premier city living in Chicago’s River North neighborhood.

Address

540 N State St, Chicago, IL

Building Type

Rental

Year Built

2003

Amenities

Cats

Dogs

Parking

Fitness Center

Outdoor Pool

Storage Room

Average rating of 4.1 based on 17 reviews

Mark

1 Bedroom

Moved In Feb 2021

Really great - very fast

What did you like most?

Overall value. People are very friendly.

What did you like least?

Noise travels ... probably something I'll get used to

Andrea

1 bedroom

Moved In Jul 2011

from Chicago, IL

Great building in a convenient location in River North

Boriana

1 bedroom

Moved In Apr 2015

from Chicago, IL

Great building for all ages. Beautiful views. The pool area is excellent.

Bradley

Moved In Mar 2014

from Chicago, IL

Very standard high rise rental complex. It meets expectations and provides a safe place to call home. There is only one provider of TV/internet and they are terrible in terms of quality and customer service. The management team did give us a reduction in the total rental price increase after a year, but the increase was 10% on our prior monthly rate. That felt excessive. The maintenance staff is always respondent and friendly. The doormen are fine. The amenities are really nice for the most part. The gym was recently rehabbed and is solid (missing some items you would find in an outside gym though. The hot tub has been constantly under renovation (over a year now) and unavailable. River North does not provide a sense of neighborhood at all and there are constantly homeless people or signature solicitors outside the building. The surrounding area is convenient for restaurants, shopping, and groceries though.

Amanda

Moved In Apr 2015

from Chicago, IL

Best building I've lived in in the city.

What did you like most?

Amenities.

What did you like least?

Not enough Closet space.

Dennis

Moved In May 2009

from Madison, WI

Newer building so it has the amenities and worked for the year I lived there. Expensive, though.

What did you like most?

Location.

What did you like least?

Rent cost.

Dominic

2 bedrooms

Moved In Jun 2010

from Charlotte, NC

Great location and decent unit, but overall the building amenities are in very poor condition and management is difficult and even rude.

Emily

Moved In Sep 2015

from Washington d.c., N/A

Space is small, but location is great. Very safe.

What did you like most?

Amazing in the summertime.

What did you like least?

Pay a lot for a studio apartment.

Estela

2 bedrooms

Moved In Mar 2020

from Detroit, Michigan

Overall is a good place, a bit older building but it is properly maintained. The location and price are a great value for your money

What did you like most?

Location, great balcony

What did you like least?

Surrounding noise

Gabriel

Studio

Moved In Oct 2020

I feel really safe and comfortable in this building - however, if I did not get a deal (2 months free rent and 1-year parking), I would probably not be living here. It sucks that the sauna can't be used, but I appreciate the building, keeping the gym open. I don't think I would be thrilled here if they closed the gym- it shows that the management here in the building can be very sensible. The recycling bin on my floor never gets too full; even during the holidays, they did a good job clearing it out. Management/staff is top-notch. Amenities are amazing if you own a pet, decent for working out, great free coffee before 10 am. The building is just a little outdated, but I think for the price it's not horrible.

What did you like most?

I love how pet friendly it is - transformed the putt-putt course into a dog park and there is usually a dog or two no matter the time of day. Great to socialize with others or convenient if you are too lazy to go for a walk. Jewel Osco is right next door, sometimes I won't even put on a jacket it's so close. The gym is decent (could use another squat rack) - not too busy but could be that people are nervous to use it during COVID. One thing I really appreciate is how helpful the staff can be - for instance, I forgot my keys a lot when I first moved in, and the staff never gave me too much grief for letting me borrow one of theirs. I only recently started giving them tips (I don't forget the keys that much anymore haha) but only because I realized it was the right thing, not because they asked. Love the floor to ceiling windows. I have to say that the maintenance staff is top-notch - I've only had one issue (heating went out), i put in the ticket maybe 1 hour later someone was knocking on my door. I think he had it fixed by 4 hours tops. It only took so long because he needed to replace something so he had to go get the part, was very respectable and kind. I honestly should change my rating for the staff in this building to 5 stars, they are true gems.

What did you like least?

Noise cancellation is pretty good - I live next to the trash chute so I can hear when people throw away trash (I put a sound/heat guard under my door, hoping it will block out some hallway noise) and for some reason can hear when people are showering upstairs or running a sink in the mornings. But it's just those small noises - can't hear voices, footsteps or TVs. For what I pay, the building is a bit outdated BUT I think I am paying for the location. I would probably appreciate it more if I was actually walking to work, but since the office is closed, I'm just in a really expensive studio in a fairly outdated building. The ceilings in my apt I never thought we too short but it is shorter compared to other buildings I've been to.

John

Moved In Jan 2013

from New york, NY

Very satisfied with our entire experience. Great amenities in the building and an excellent neighborhood with restaurants, bars, and shopping right outside your door. Management is great and very active in planning social gatherings to build a community.

Caroline

Moved In Feb 2014

from Detroit, MI

Our building is busy but well maintained and safe.

Mark

Moved In Sep 2014

from Chicago, IL

For me, being able to walk to work was the primary motivator for moving to Grand Plaza. The River North neighborhood is always alive and offers a variety of options for dining, night life, shopping, etc. Furthermore, it is located right above the red line Grand stop which makes getting around the city extremely easy.

What did you like most?

Grand Plaza has one of the best pool/grilling areas in the city during the summer. It is a very social atmosphere and everyone seems very approachable. There is also a Jewel below the building which makes grocery shopping incredibly convenient, which was not the case for me in prior living situations.

What did you like least?

The internet speed at Grand Plaza is not strong. Furthermore, our specific unit is carpeted which is not my first preference. I would rather all units be hard floor.

Nick

1 bedroom

Moved In May 2015

from Chicago, IL

So far, so good. Had issues with the speed of the internet, informed the leasing agent, Carly, and she put me in touch with the right people to get the internet fixed.

What did you like most?

The location; being right above the Grand Red Line stop is perfect for getting to work in the morning (Jackson Red Line stop), there are lot of dining options in the area, and everything is within walking distance (beach, Michigan Ave, movies, etc).

What did you like least?

The internet speed is horrible. We get it through AM3, so our utilities, cable, internet, etc. are all bundled into one price ($60 monthly), so I'm thinking we share the internet with others in our building. Netflix is alright, but buying a movie on iTunes and trying to watch it takes forever for the damn thing to buffer.

Stacy

Moved In Sep 2014

from Chicago, IL

It's a great building for young professionals and particularly well located if you work in River North or the Loop.

Taylor

2 bedrooms

Moved In Mar 2020

from New York

Management company is shady, takes forever to handle anything. Make sure you get something in writing if you want them to honor it. Move-in was easy (long walk to the freight elevator though, so bring a cart). Really, the internet is horrible.

What did you like most?

Great view, large unit, large bedrooms and closets! Awesome balcony. Tons of natural light in our unit, can't say the same for others.

What did you like least?

LOUD. You can hear everything in the next unit. I swear the walls are paper thin. Internet is trash. Tons of homeless people outside, but I guess that's because of the grocery store. Can't have it all.

Evan

1 bedroom

Moved In Oct 2017

from Chicago, IL

overall great - if you can afford to live here i'd highly recommend it

What did you like most?

great amenities, pet friendly/dog run, nice unit w great finishes, nice staff/management, fantastic location

What did you like least?

internet/cable performance, sometimes elevator waits, pricy

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 14 units available at Grand Plaza Chicago, as of 9 hours ago.

Grand Plaza Chicago is located in the River North neighborhood of Chicago.

Prices & availability for Grand Plaza Chicago were updated 9 hours ago.

Yes, apartments at Grand Plaza Chicago come equipped with in-unit washers & dryers.

Yes! You can reach out here to get in touch with a broker and see virtual tours, videos of specific units, and get more information on individual units.

Grand Plaza Chicago has 17 reviews on our site, with a total score of 4.12 / 5 stars.

Yes, Grand Plaza Chicago allows cats.

Yes, Grand Plaza Chicago allows dogs.

Location & Neighborhood

River North

If you want an energized urban experience, River North Chicago is the neighborhood for you. Its unique blend of commerce, housing, and tourism makes it one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Chicago. Most River North residences are glass or brick high rises, and a smaller portion of residents live in converted warehouse lofts.

If you’re a local, River North doesn’t offer as much communal or park space as other neighborhoods, but pet lovers still take advantage of the neighborhood’s pet-friendly buildings and river views. If walkable streets are a must, check out Gold Coast or Fulton River District.

With easy access to Chicagoland highways (I-90/94 and Lakeshore Drive), CTA Brown Line and Red Line, and The Loop (within walking distance), commuting from River North is usually a breeze… unless you’re driving during rush hour.

If you live in Chicago and like to stay out late, River North is probably where you’ll end up. With clubs like Tao, bars like Bub City, Three Dots, and Dash, as well as music venues like Howl at the Moon and The Redhead Piano Bar— River North is a party every night of the week.

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