3BR Retreat Perfect for Professionals and Families in South Shore/ Chicago
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
3BR Retreat Perfect for Professionals and Families is a fully renovated, smoke-free 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment in Chicago’s South Shore/South Chicago area. It’s positioned as a “home away from home” for longer or comfort-focused stays, including traveling professionals and families. The property holds a 4.7/5 public rating from 8 reviews.
Apartment Setup
The unit is designed for self-sufficient stays with a full kitchen setup that includes a microwave and oven/stove. In-unit laundry (washer) and essentials like heating, air conditioning, and an ironing board support multi-day visits. A fireplace adds a cozy indoor focal point for downtime after work or sightseeing.
In-Home Amenities
Guests have free Wi‑Fi and cable TV for work and entertainment. Free parking is provided, a detail repeatedly valued by guests returning in the evening. Climate control (heating and air conditioning) is available for year-round comfort.
Location & Getting Around
For transit access, the closest bus stop is 75th Street & Paxton (about 80 m away), with additional stops at Jeffery & 75th Street (about 475 m) and 73rd Street & Yates (about 497 m). Rail options include Univ. of Chicago/59th St (about 3.5 km) and 55th–56th–57th St (about 4.0 km). Airports include Chicago Midway International (about 15.4 km) and Chicago O’Hare International (about 37.1 km).
Nearby Food Options
Nearby dining includes HOOKED CRISPY CHICKEN & FISH (about 402 m), Surf's Up South Shore (about 778 m), and Baba's Famous Steak & Lemonade (about 799 m). Additional options within a short drive include Nafsi South Shore Beach (about 1.1 km), Baba’s Halal Cheesesteak & Lemonade (about 1.2 km), The Foodie's Spot (about 1.35 km), and The Retro Grill (about 1.9 km).
Best for
This apartment is best suited to traveling professionals (including traveling nurses and corporate travelers) who want a renovated, residential-style space with free Wi‑Fi, in-unit laundry, and a full kitchen. It also fits families or small groups who need multiple bedrooms and the convenience of free parking plus quick access to bus routes along 75th Street.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transit, the 75th Street & Paxton bus stop is extremely close (roughly a 1-minute walk), with additional nearby stops on Jeffery and Yates. For rail connections, the Univ. of Chicago/59th St station is about 3.5 km away, so consider budgeting a short ride to reach it. If flying, Midway is notably closer than O’Hare (about 15.4 km vs. 37.1 km), which may help when planning arrival and departure timing.
What guests say
Guests describe the apartment as cozy and comfortable, matching the “home away from home” positioning. Check-in and check-out are repeatedly noted as easy and smooth. Free parking stands out as a key advantage, with guests reporting reliable availability even when returning later in the evening. Communication with the host is also highlighted as responsive and helpful. No consistent negative themes are present in the provided review excerpt.
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