"Furnished short-term rentals in the South Loop — a hotel disguised as an apartment building."
Ratings Breakdown
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The Rundown
Sonder South Wabash is the 10-story, Sonder-operated half of the two-building Coeval development at 1419 S Wabash. Unlike the residential Coeval tower next door, this building operates as a furnished aparthotel — units are available for nightly, weekly, or extended-stay bookings through Sonder's platform.
This is not a traditional apartment building. It's best understood as a boutique hotel with apartment-style units. The fully equipped kitchens and in-unit laundry make it suitable for extended stays, and it's listed on Sonder's platform as well as Marriott Bonvoy (Sonder is a Marriott partner).
Who Lives Here
Travelers, corporate relocations, and extended-stay guests. Not a traditional residential building — most "residents" are staying for days to weeks, not months to years.
The Neighborhood
South Loop near Museum Campus — same excellent cultural location as the adjacent Coeval building. Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Adler Planetarium are all walkable.
What You Get
Elevator Experience
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This Is an Aparthotel, Not an Apartment
Sonder South Wabash operates as a furnished short-term rental property through Sonder's platform. If you're looking for a traditional 12-month lease, this is not the right building. If you need furnished housing for a corporate relocation, extended project, or temporary stay, it's a legitimate option — but compare pricing carefully against furnished apartment alternatives.
The Good & The Not-So-Good
Wins
- ✓Fully furnished — no need to bring anything
- ✓In-unit laundry and full kitchen
- ✓Museum Campus location
- ✓Marriott Bonvoy points eligible
Watch Out
- ✗This is a hotel, not a traditional apartment — pricing and terms reflect that
- ✗No traditional lease — stays are booked through Sonder
- ✗Limited amenities compared to residential buildings
- ✗Nightly rates can be expensive for extended stays
The Verdict
Sonder South Wabash fills a specific niche: furnished, hotel-quality short-term and extended-stay housing near the Museum Campus. It's not a traditional apartment building and shouldn't be evaluated as one. For travelers or corporate relocations needing South Loop furnished housing, it's a reasonable option — just understand what you're getting.
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