1217 W Washington
1217 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607
"A 19-story mixed-use rental tower rising between two historic West Loop buildings"
This building is not yet open
All information on this page is based on pre-sales materials, architectural filings, and developer announcements. Ratings are preliminary and will be updated once the building opens and residents move in. Occupancy is expected in 2026.
The Rundown
1217 W Washington is a 19-story mixed-use rental tower planned for the West Loop, developed by DAC Developments and Focus Development. The project secured $95.5 million in financing in September 2025, and a tower crane permit was issued in October 2025 — construction is actively underway.
The building will deliver 287 apartments (approximately 45% studios, 35% one-bedrooms, 20% two-bedrooms) plus 4,000 square feet of ground-floor retail. Designed by Pappageorge Haymes, it sits between two adjacent historic buildings on Washington Boulevard, giving it a distinctive context-sensitive position in the heart of the West Loop.
The West Loop location is excellent — Morgan Green/Pink Line is steps away, and the restaurant corridor on Randolph and Fulton Market are within easy walking distance. This will be a strong rental option for professionals who want the West Loop lifestyle without condo pricing. We will publish full ratings once the building opens.
Who Lives Here
Young professionals and remote workers drawn to the West Loop's restaurant scene, tech corridor, and transit access. Studio and one-bedroom renters will dominate the mix.
The Neighborhood
The West Loop / Fulton Market is Chicago's most dynamic neighborhood. The building sits on Washington Boulevard, one block from the Morgan CTA stop, with Randolph Restaurant Row and Fulton Market both within a 10-minute walk.
What You Get
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Under Construction
Tower crane permit was issued in October 2025. The building is actively under construction and expected to open in 2026. All information is based on permit filings, developer announcements, and financing documents.
West Loop Location Is Hard to Beat
The Morgan Green/Pink Line stop is 0.3 miles away. Randolph Restaurant Row and Fulton Market are both within a 10-minute walk. This is one of the best transit-accessible locations in the city for renters.
The Good & The Not-So-Good
Wins
- ✓Active construction — tower crane permit issued Oct 2025
- ✓Excellent West Loop location steps from Morgan CTA
- ✓Pappageorge Haymes design fits the neighborhood context
- ✓New construction — pristine condition at opening
- ✓Strong developer track record (DAC Developments)
Watch Out
- ✗Rental pricing not yet announced
- ✗Amenity details still TBD
- ✗No pedway access
- ✗Building not yet open — ratings are preliminary
The Verdict
1217 W Washington is a well-located West Loop rental tower from a credible development team. The $95.5M financing is secured and construction is underway. We will publish a full review with verified ratings once the building opens in 2026.
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