River NorthRental

Hubbard221

221 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654

4.0

Excellent

"Boutique River North with rooftop pool and penthouse units — smaller scale, higher touch."

Ratings Breakdown

Amenities4.0

Location4.2

Value3.8

Mgmt4.0

Condition4.3

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

Hubbard221 is a 23-story, 195-unit boutique rental in the heart of River North, developed by Hubbard Street Group and managed by Bozzuto. At roughly half the unit count of most River North towers, it offers a more intimate building experience.

The rooftop amenity suite — pool deck, lounge, and chef's kitchen — sits 21 floors above the city with strong skyline views. Penthouse units are available for those wanting the top of the building. Bozzuto is a professional management company with a generally good reputation.

Who Lives Here

Young professionals and couples who want a boutique River North experience without the scale of a 400+ unit tower. The penthouse units attract higher-income renters.

The Neighborhood

Core River North — excellent walkability to restaurants, bars, and galleries. Grand Red Line stop is about a 5-minute walk.

What You Get

Rooftop pool deckFitness centerRooftop loungeChef's kitchen (rentable)Doorman/ConciergeDog runBike storagePackage lockers

Elevator Experience

More WaitLess Wait

Moderate Wait65 units/elevator

3

Passenger Elevators

1

Service Elevators

195

Total Units

65

Units/Elevator

Upper Level Intel

💡 Pro Tip

Ask About the Rooftop Chef's Kitchen

The rooftop amenity suite includes a rentable chef's kitchen for private events — a nice differentiator for residents who entertain. Worth asking about availability and pricing during your tour.

The Good & The Not-So-Good

Wins

✓Boutique scale — 195 units feels more personal than River North mega-towers
✓Rooftop pool with skyline views
✓Penthouse units available
✓Bozzuto management has a solid reputation

Watch Out

✗Smaller building means fewer amenities than larger River North competitors
✗No pedway access
✗Hubbard Street can be noisy on weekends

The Verdict

4.0

Excellent — Hubbard221

Hubbard221 is a solid boutique rental in a prime River North location. The smaller unit count creates a more community-oriented feel than the mega-towers, and the rooftop amenities are genuinely good. Bozzuto management is professional. A strong choice for renters who want River North without the anonymity of a 500-unit building.