"SCB-designed South Loop tower with rooftop pool, spa, and one of the best amenity packages in the neighborhood."
Ratings Breakdown
Upper Level's exclusive rating for Chicago winter survivability — indoor parking, pedway access, CTA proximity, and wind exposure.
The Rundown
1001 S State is a 40-story, 397-unit luxury rental completed in 2016 and designed by Solomon Cordwell Buenz — one of Chicago's most respected architecture firms. The building has one of the most comprehensive amenity packages in the South Loop: rooftop pool and spa, yoga studio, media room, game room, co-working spaces, bike share station, and pet grooming.
The Roosevelt multiline stop (Red, Orange, and Green lines) is steps away — arguably the best CTA access of any South Loop tower. Greystar manages the building, bringing professional consistency if not always the personal touch of smaller operators.
Who Lives Here
Young professionals, couples, and remote workers who want a full amenity package in the South Loop. The Roosevelt CTA access makes it popular with Loop and Near North commuters.
The Neighborhood
South Loop at State and Roosevelt — the Roosevelt multiline CTA stop is right there, making this one of the most transit-accessible buildings in the neighborhood. Printer's Row, the Museum Campus, and the lakefront are all within walking distance.
What You Get
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Best CTA Access in the South Loop
1001 S State is steps from the Roosevelt station, which serves the Red, Orange, and Green lines. This is genuinely exceptional transit access — you can reach the Loop, Midway Airport, O'Hare (via transfer), and the North Side without a car. Few South Loop buildings come close to this level of CTA convenience.
The Good & The Not-So-Good
Wins
- ✓Rooftop pool and spa — one of the best amenity packages in South Loop
- ✓Roosevelt CTA stop (3 lines) is steps away
- ✓Solomon Cordwell Buenz design — quality architecture
- ✓Bike share station on-site
- ✓Pet grooming station
Watch Out
- ✗Greystar management is professional but can feel impersonal at scale
- ✗No pedway access
- ✗State Street location is less scenic than Michigan Ave buildings
The Verdict
1001 S State is one of the top luxury rental options in the South Loop. The SCB design, comprehensive amenity package, and Roosevelt CTA access make it a standout. Greystar management is reliable. If you're comparing South Loop towers, this one's amenity package and transit access are hard to beat.
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