The LoopRental

OneEleven

111 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601

4.3

Excellent

"The Loop's tallest rental tower — 60 floors of glass on the Chicago River, managed by Bozzuto."

Ratings Breakdown

Amenities4.5

Location4.4

Value3.8

Mgmt4.3

Condition4.4

Winter ❄️4.2

Winter Score: 4.2/5

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

The Rundown

OneEleven is the Loop's premier rental tower — a 60-story, LEED Gold glass skyscraper on the Chicago River designed by Handel Architects and completed in 2014. At 630 feet, it's one of the tallest residential buildings in the city, and the views reflect that: Chicago River, Lake Michigan, and the entire skyline from multiple exposures.

The building is managed by Bozzuto, one of the better luxury apartment operators in the country. The amenity package is genuinely impressive — indoor pool, spa, club lounge with fireplace, outdoor terrace, and a river lounge that's among the best amenity spaces in downtown Chicago. The pedway connection is a major winter asset.

The Loop location is a double-edged sword. You're at the center of everything — transit, restaurants, the river, the lakefront. But the Loop quiets down on weekends and evenings in ways that River North or Streeterville don't. For commuters and urban professionals who love the energy of the city's core, it's ideal.

Who Lives Here

Young professionals and couples who work in the Loop or nearby. Finance and law types who want a short commute and don't mind the Loop's weekend quiet. Architecture enthusiasts who appreciate the Handel Architects design. Remote workers who use the co-working spaces and appreciate the pedway access in winter.

The Neighborhood

The Loop / Wacker Drive — at the intersection of the Chicago River and the city's financial core. The Riverwalk is steps away. State/Lake CTA is two blocks. The Loop is Chicago's most transit-connected neighborhood, with every L line accessible within a short walk.

What You Get

Indoor poolOutdoor sundeckFitness centerSpaClub lounge with fireplaceOutdoor terraceDog runTech barBusiness centerRiver loungeDoorman/Concierge 24/7Bike storageEV chargingLEED Gold certified

Elevator Experience

More WaitLess Wait

Moderate Wait84 units/elevator

6

Passenger Elevators

2

Service Elevators

504

Total Units

84

Units/Elevator

Upper Level Intel

🟢 Win

The Pedway Is a Game-Changer

OneEleven connects to Chicago's underground pedway system, giving you access to dozens of Loop buildings, restaurants, and the CTA without going outside. In January, this is worth more than any amenity.

💡 Pro Tip

River Views vs. City Views

North-facing units get the Chicago River and the Merchandise Mart. East-facing units get the lake and the skyline. South-facing units get the Loop. All are excellent — choose based on what you want to wake up to.

🟠 Heads Up

Weekend Loop Quiet

The Loop is a business district. After 6pm on weekdays and most of the weekend, street-level activity drops significantly. If you want nightlife and restaurants at your doorstep, River North is a better fit.

The Good & The Not-So-Good

Wins

✓60 floors — some of the best views in the city
✓Pedway access — a genuine winter advantage
✓Bozzuto management — consistently professional
✓LEED Gold — energy-efficient and well-built
✓470-space attached garage — rare for a rental tower

Watch Out

✗Loop quiets down on evenings and weekends
✗Rents are premium — among the highest in the Loop
✗504 units — building can feel large and impersonal
✗No short-term rentals permitted

The Verdict

4.3

Excellent — OneEleven

OneEleven is the Loop's best rental tower — excellent management, spectacular views, genuine pedway access, and a well-designed amenity package. The Loop location is a feature for commuters and urban professionals, but a limitation for those who want weekend neighborhood energy. For the right renter, it's one of the best buildings in Chicago.