The 808 Cleveland

The 808 Cleveland is River North's newest rental tower — a 22-story, 200-unit mixed-use building completed in 2023 by DAC Developments, with Pappageorge Haymes as architect. The building brings 28,000 square feet of ground-floor retail and office space to a stretch of Cleveland Avenue that has historically been underserved by street-level activation.

At 22 floors, the 808 is a boutique tower by Chicago standards — smaller and more intimate than the 400+ unit mega-buildings that dominate the market. The 200 units are well-designed, with contemporary finishes and the 2023-vintage quality that comes with new construction. The building's River North location puts residents within walking distance of the neighborhood's galleries, restaurants, and nightlife.

The amenity package is solid without being excessive — rooftop deck, fitness center, doorman, resident lounge. It's not trying to compete with NEMA or Wolf Point East on amenity volume; it's a more residential, boutique experience. DAC Developments is a smaller Chicago developer with a focused portfolio, and the building reflects that — more attention to detail than you'd get from a 500-unit institutional tower.

River North — Cleveland Avenue is a quieter residential street in the western part of the neighborhood. The Chicago Red Line is a 5-minute walk. The neighborhood's galleries, restaurants, and nightlife are all within walking distance. A good balance of residential quiet and neighborhood access.