SoNo East Apartments
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SoNo East Apartments

840 W Blackhawk Street, Chicago, IL 60642
(49 Reviews)
$2,248 - $3,552/mo
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Floor Plans & Pricing

Studio

R

Studio, 1 Bath | 546 sq. ft.

$2,248

1 Available Unit

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1 Bedroom

P

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 614 sq. ft.

$2,401

5 Available Units

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O

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 589 sq. ft.

$2,394

4 Available Units

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J

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 819 sq. ft.

$2,872

4 Available Units

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M

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 752 sq. ft.

$2,827

3 Available Units

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N

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 752 sq. ft.

$3,059

1 Available Unit

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D

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 769 sq. ft.

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G

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 614 sq. ft.

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L

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 769 sq. ft.

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Q

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 731 sq. ft.

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H

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 997 sq. ft.

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E

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 752 sq. ft.

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K

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 769 sq. ft.

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F

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 589 sq. ft.

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2 Bedrooms

A

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,169 sq. ft.

$3,427

4 Available Units

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B

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,108 sq. ft.

$3,552

1 Available Unit

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C

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,179 sq. ft.

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Community epIQ Grade

A-
A-

Renter Ratings

A+

Review Ratings

Noise

4.4

Grounds

5.0

Safety

5.0

Office Staff

5.0

Maintenance

5.0

Neighborhood

5.0

Survey Ratings

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Review Count

C

Number of reviews in the past 365 days

4

Manager’s Review Engagement

A+

Percentage of reviews responded to

100.00%

Manager’s Review Reply Time

B+

Average time to respond to reviews

9.5 days

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SoNo East Apartments Reviews

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Resident 1229309

Verified Resident 2023 - 2024

2/27/2024

SONO East is a wonderful apartment experience. The amenities are good, The staff, from the front desk, maintenance, to property management company could not be any more pleasant for accommodating. I love living here!

    Manager

    2/27/2024

    SoNo East Apartments
    We really appreciate the feedback and are delighted you had such a fantastic experience! Top-quality service is our top priority! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience at SoNo East Apartments! -SoNo East Management Office
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    Resident 1178172

    Verified Resident 2023

    9/8/2023

    The staff is good.The apartment is quiet.I don't like I can't control my AC and heating on my own terms.Also there is a sewer smell at night quite often. Finally they should install package lockers instead of the current system

      Manager

      9/23/2023

      SoNo East Apartments
      Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. If you can please connect with the office in regards to your AC and the sewer smell you mentioned so we can address both issues. The best contact number is 312-664-8400. We hope you have a great day! -SoNo East Management
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      Resident 1177384

      Verified Resident 2023

      9/6/2023

      Great dog friendly complex! Amenities & community is kept very clean & staff is super helpful and nice. Package delivery is a little crazy but other than that I would definitely would recommend to a friend!

        Manager

        9/23/2023

        SoNo East Apartments
        Thank you so much for your positive comments about SoNo East Apartments! We really appreciate your feedback in regards to the package system and we are working on an improved solution. Thanks again for the recommendation, and have an amazing day! -SoNo East Management

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        Resident 1013563

        Verified Resident 2020 - 2023

        8/29/2023

        I have enjoyed living in this community and I have been living here since 2020 - I keep resigning my lease and plan to continue living here once my lease is up. I have also recommended this building to friends.

          Manager

          9/4/2023

          SoNo East Apartments
          Thank you for great review! We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience and that you have found a home here at SoNo East! -SoNo East Management
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          Resident 1094964

          Verified Resident 2020 - 2022

          12/16/2022

          Great place to stay! Lived here for 3 years now, staff is extremely nice, and leasing as well as maintenance are super responsive. Also a big fan of the location, its close to a Mariano's, a red line stop and with tons of food options… See More >
            Manager

            12/19/2022

            SoNo East Apartments
            Thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team, your wonderful feedback and rating means so much! -SoNo East Management Office

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            Resident 998970

            Verified Resident 2021 - 2022

            12/7/2022

            Great place to live. Meets our needs. Pleasent staff. Good locations and amminities. A great view of the east from the 15th floor. Lots of animals and friendly neighbors…………………fast elevators and great Dark Matter coffee available… See More >
              Manager

              12/8/2022

              SoNo East Apartments
              Thank you for sharing your positive experience! -SoNo East Management Office
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              Resident 1039266

              Verified Resident 2022

              6/25/2022

              It has been brief but so far very good. Quiet building in great location. Great amenities and friendly staff. Looking forward to living here for the next year. No issues and move-in was seamless fetch package delivery has been mostly a great feature. Living with… See More >
                Manager

                9/15/2022

                SoNo East Apartments
                Your wonderful feedback and rating mean so much to us! Thank you again for the great review! -SoNo East Management
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                Resident 1037953

                Verified Resident 2012 - 2022

                6/21/2022

                I have been a resident of sonoeast since the building opened. It has been my best rental experience in Chicago. Would not live anywhere else.! would not live anywhere else. would not live anywhere else. would not live anywhere else. william b

                  Manager

                  9/15/2022

                  SoNo East Apartments
                  Hi William, we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us! If you ever need anything else from us, please feel free to give us a call or stop by. Have an awesome day! -SoNo East Management
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                  Resident 1035215

                  Verified Resident 2020 - 2022

                  6/13/2022

                  They will raise your rent like crazy each year. You have to pay to get your own packages. Lots of employee turn over with management so seems not great for the employees either. April, the door woman is the only great employee and goes above… See More >
                    Manager

                    6/14/2022

                    SoNo East Apartments
                    Hi, we regret to hear that you are displeased with your recent experience with us and would like to connect with you to learn more regarding this matter. Please reach out to us at (312) 664-8400. We look forward to hearing from you. -SoNo East Management Office
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                    Resident 1033693

                    Verified Resident 2022

                    6/8/2022

                    Overall, great experience living at SoNo East thus far! Love the extracurricular activities and the staff is always friendly. The amenities are always clean and up to par which makes living here a breeze

                      Manager

                      6/11/2022

                      SoNo East Apartments
                      Thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience! -SoNo East Management Office

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                      Resident 873098

                      Verified Resident 2019 - 2021

                      1/20/2022

                      Its a nice place, convient to local shops and transportation. My only issues with the apartment would be rent is on the high side and the walls between units are too thin or no insolation which means I can hear my neighbors. Then the doors… See More >
                        Manager

                        2/10/2022

                        SoNo East Apartments
                        Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did and to leave a review. We hope you have a great day! -SoNo East Management Office

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                        Resident 843535

                        Verified Resident 2020 - 2021

                        10/8/2021

                        I love living at SoNo East! My apartment and the amenities are so great and the staff is so friendly! Its been nothing but a positive have handled COVID very well as well. The pool ans amenities and very updated and great.

                          Manager

                          5/12/2023

                          SoNo East Apartments
                          Hi Verified Resident 843535! We're so happy we were able to help you out! We hope to be of service to you again in the future. Best wishes, SoNo East Apartments
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                          Resident 939566

                          Verified Resident 2019 - 2021

                          8/15/2021

                          The number of issues for a building that charges a premium is ridiculous. Apartment has flooded due to poor dishwasher installation, bike had been stolen from bike storage (took almost a full year for resolution), neighbor has parties at 2am despite multiple noise complaints and… See More >
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                            Resident 930610

                            Verified Resident 2019 - 2021

                            7/23/2021

                            While I love the views and location they just forced us to use Fetch and I super pissed about it. Along with that many residents have told me they're hiking rent by 15%. Yes they're doing a lot of maintenance but it's stuff… See More >
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                              Resident 919373

                              Verified Resident 2018 - 2021

                              6/21/2021

                              I have lived here for almost 3 years. Great building with best pool and wonderful front door staff and responsive maintenance team. Fabulous location too. The only real issue is huge rent increases each year and not in line with rent at other nearby luxury… See More >
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                                Resident 918409

                                Verified Resident 2017 - 2021

                                6/18/2021

                                This community makes unilateral and unnecessary changes to long standing policies without reason. Expect egregious rent increases when you are prompted to renew your lease. If you move to SoNo, you will have to pay a monthly fee to utilize a mandated third party service to… See More >
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                                  Resident 912801

                                  Verified Resident 2019 - 2021

                                  6/7/2021

                                  Everything is great except for the energy conserving ac system that has to be switched over and can be very hot for several months out of the year. This happens in the fall when switching to heat and then spring when switching to cool. Its… See More >
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                                    Resident 908856

                                    Verified Resident 2021

                                    5/27/2021

                                    We love living at Sono East - everyone is extremely friendly, the building is well maintained, nice living area. The move in was extremely easy as well considering moving into a high rise buidling. We love it there.

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                                      anonymous

                                      Resident 2020 - 2021

                                      5/3/2021

                                      The epitome of luxury apartments. The management office is complete and utter chaos and no one has any concept of respect. I went to the office numerous times and no one is there. I call and no one knows how to return a phone call.… See More >
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                                        Resident 895846

                                        Verified Resident 2019 - 2021

                                        4/21/2021

                                        At the current price point SoNo East is a luxury apartment building that is missing some basic fundamental apartment features. All of which the author of this review has addressed with the apartment building with no resolution. Apartments lack up to date thermostats or heating/cooling… See More >
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                                          Resident 863615

                                          Verified Resident 2018 - 2020

                                          1/16/2021

                                          sono east is adequate. Theres nothing exciting, but nothing terrible. The walls are thin, so I can hear everything my neighbors do and I'm afraid they can hear me, but overall its a good apartment in a nice area.

                                            Manager

                                            1/17/2021

                                            SoNo East Apartments
                                            Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Would love to connect with you to go over some of the reasons for some of the ratings so we can improve as a community and team. Please email me at SonoEastMgr@greystar.com at your earliest convenience. Jimmy Sono East Management
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                                            Resident 861600

                                            Verified Resident 2016 - 2020

                                            1/11/2021

                                            SoNo East makes living in the city as convenient as it can get, with proximity to grocery stores, public transportation and the highway. The amenities make it that much easier, including access to exercise equipment, a package service, laundry service and cleaning service within the… See More >
                                              Manager

                                              1/11/2021

                                              SoNo East Apartments
                                              Thank you so much for leaving such a positive review and a great rating. Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do for you! Sono East Management
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                                              Resident 857627

                                              Verified Resident 2018 - 2020

                                              12/28/2020

                                              The staff is always courteous and helpful. The building is very well maintained. The amenities are excellent. The swimming pool and jacuzzi area, with its grills and fire pit, is a beautiful place relax or enjoy a meal. Every type of store within walking distance.… See More >
                                                Manager

                                                12/30/2020

                                                SoNo East Apartments
                                                Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review and leaving a great rating! I will be sure to pass this feedback along to the team. Please let us know if you ever need anything from us. Sono East Management
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                                                Resident 844896

                                                Verified Resident 2020

                                                11/18/2020

                                                So far ive loved living here. Its nice and quiet, the view is amazing, and the building is very modern and well kept. the staff is all really kind and helpful. I would absolutely recommend this building to anybody younger that needs quick access to… See More >
                                                  Manager

                                                  11/20/2020

                                                  SoNo East Apartments
                                                  Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know about your positive experience and we are so happy you love your home! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need anything ever from us. Sono East Management
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                                                  Resident 831387

                                                  Verified Resident 2018 - 2020

                                                  10/12/2020

                                                  Beware--cheap, low-end finishes and appliances throughout, heat in unit it unbearable at 89 degrees (ac and heat are turned off depending on the date), construction noise begins at 7 AM, frequent staff turnover and great variation in professionalism and courtesy, water never gets cold is… See More >
                                                    Manager

                                                    10/16/2020

                                                    SoNo East Apartments
                                                    We are sorry to hear about your experience but I am here to help turn things around. I joined the team a little over a month ago, but have been with Greystar for nearly 10 years and am here to help improve your overall experience. Please contact me directly at SonoEastMgr@greystar.com so I can help work through these issues with you at your earliest convenience. Jimmy Sono East Management

                                                    Features & Amenities

                                                    Pets
                                                    • Dogs Allowed
                                                      Restrictions: We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. Pet rent is $25 per dog and $15 per cat.There is a $500 non-refundable pet fee for dogs and a $300 non-refundable pet fee for cats. Dog breed restrictions apply.. Pet Limit: 2
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                                                    • Cats Allowed
                                                      Restrictions: We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. Pet rent is $25 per dog and $15 per cat.There is a $500 non-refundable pet fee for dogs and a $300 non-refundable pet fee for cats. Dog breed restrictions apply.. Pet Limit: 2
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                                                    Other
                                                    • 24-Hour Management Availability
                                                    • Bicycle Storage Available
                                                    • Business Center
                                                    • Entertainment Area with Full Prep Kitchen
                                                    • Matrix Fitness Equipment
                                                    • Multiple Grilling Stations
                                                    • On-site Compost
                                                    • Onsite Room Service by Pear Chef
                                                    • Outdoor Fire Spaces
                                                    • Premium Loungers
                                                    • Spa
                                                    • Spacious Dog Run on Ground Floor
                                                    • Spacious Resident Area
                                                    • Storage
                                                    • Unique High Rise with Stainless Steel Swimming Pool
                                                    • WiFi in Common Areas
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                                                    Leasing

                                                    At the intersection of cosmopolitan and stylish sits SoNo East Chicago s hottest new residence. A stunning masterpiece of architecture and design. Vibrant. Exclusive. SoNo East embodies all that is exceptional, contemporary, and sophisticated.
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                                                    Office Hours

                                                    • Sunday: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
                                                    • Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Saturday: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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                                                    Greystar

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                                                    Based on 49 number of votes by renters, SoNo East Apartments is currently rated 4.1 out of 5 stars.
                                                    SoNo East Apartments is rated 5/5 stars in our renters grounds survey, which is considered excellent. The grounds are well kept and beautiful.
                                                    SoNo East Apartments is rated 5/5 stars in our renters maintenance survey, which is considered excellent. The maintenance team is very responsive and effective in addressing issues.
                                                    SoNo East Apartments is rated 4.4/5 stars in our renters noise survey, which is considered good. The noise level is generally tolerable, with occasional disruptions.
                                                    SoNo East Apartments is rated 5/5 stars in our renters safety survey, which is considered excellent. The complex is very secure and safe, with no major safety concerns.
                                                    SoNo East Apartments is rated 5/5 stars in our renters neighborhood survey, which is considered excellent. The complex is located in a very desirable and safe neighborhood with convenient access to local attractions and services.
                                                    SoNo East Apartments is rated 5/5 stars in our renters staff survey, which is considered excellent. The staff is extremely helpful and responsive to resident needs.
                                                    Managers have responded to 100% of their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    Managers have replied within 9.5 days to their community reviews in the past year.
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                                                    Dogs Allowed
                                                    Restrictions: We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. Pet rent is $25 per dog and $15 per cat.There is a $500 non-refundable pet fee for dogs and a $300 non-refundable pet fee for cats. Dog breed restrictions apply.
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
                                                    Cats Allowed
                                                    Restrictions: We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. Pet rent is $25 per dog and $15 per cat.There is a $500 non-refundable pet fee for dogs and a $300 non-refundable pet fee for cats. Dog breed restrictions apply.
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    Studio, 1 Bath
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                                                    SoNo East Apartments is a 546 - 1,179 sq. ft. apartment in Chicago in zip code 60642. This community has a 1 - 2 Beds, 1 - 2 Baths, and is for rent for $2,248. Nearby cities include Hines, Cicero, Oak Park, Elmwood Park, and River Forest.

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