River NorthRental

369 Grand

369 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

3.9

Good

"Onni's River North tower — newer construction, strong amenities, and a walkable location."

Ratings Breakdown

Amenities4.0

Location4.2

Value3.8

Mgmt3.8

Condition4.5

Winter ❄️3.8

Winter Score: 3.8/5

Upper Level's exclusive rating for Chicago winter survivability — indoor parking, pedway access, CTA proximity, and wind exposure.

The Rundown

369 Grand is a 41-story, 356-unit luxury rental developed by Onni Group and completed in 2021. It's one of the newer towers in River North, with modern construction and finishes that reflect post-2020 design standards.

Onni is a Vancouver-based developer with a large Chicago portfolio. The Grand Red Line stop is steps away, making it one of the most transit-accessible buildings in River North. At 41 floors, upper units have strong city and partial lake views.

Who Lives Here

Young professionals and couples who want new construction in River North with excellent CTA access. The Grand stop location makes it popular with Loop commuters.

The Neighborhood

Core River North at Grand and Milwaukee — excellent walkability, steps from the Grand Red Line stop, and close to the Merchandise Mart and River North restaurant corridor.

What You Get

PoolFitness centerRooftop terraceCo-working spacesResident loungeDoorman/Concierge 24/7Dog runBike storagePackage lockers

Elevator Experience

More WaitLess Wait

Moderate Wait89 units/elevator

4

Passenger Elevators

2

Service Elevators

356

Total Units

89

Units/Elevator

Upper Level Intel

💡 Pro Tip

Best CTA Access in River North

369 Grand's proximity to the Grand Red Line stop is genuinely exceptional — it's one of the few River North buildings where you can realistically leave your car at home. The Brown/Purple Line at Merchandise Mart is also walkable.

The Good & The Not-So-Good

Wins

✓New construction (2021) — modern finishes and systems
✓Grand Red Line stop is steps away
✓Onni has a large Chicago portfolio with consistent quality
✓Strong co-working spaces

Watch Out

✗Onni management reviews are mixed — not as consistently praised as Hines
✗Grand Ave can be loud at street level
✗No pedway access

The Verdict

3.9

Good — 369 Grand

369 Grand is a strong choice for River North renters who prioritize new construction, CTA access, and a full amenity package. Onni is a reliable developer, though their management reputation is more variable than Hines. The 2021 construction date means everything is still relatively new and modern.