What are noise levels like at Columbus Plaza Apartments?

The community is rated 3.3/5 stars, which is considered having quiet noise levels on average.

How satisfied are residents with the upkeep and overall appearance of the grounds at Columbus Plaza Apartments?

The community is rated 3.3/5 stars, signifying much satisfaction on average.

How safe is Columbus Plaza Apartments?

The community is rated 2.7/5 stars, which is considered being moderately safe on average.

How satisfied are residents with the neighborhood

The community is rated 4.3/5 stars, signifying extreme satisfaction on average.

How effective was the maintenance team when resolving your problem?

The community is rated 3.7/5 stars, which is considered being very effective on average.

What is the pet policy at Columbus Plaza Apartments?

Cats Allowed Comments: Columbus is a pet-friendly community. Please call for details. Dogs Allowed Comments: Columbus is a pet-friendly community. Please call for details.

What types of floor plans are available?

Studio, 1 Bath and 1 Bed, 1 Bath and 2 Beds, 2 Baths

Ratings & Prices for Columbus Plaza Apartments, Chicago, IL

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Noise	N/A
Grounds	3.3
Safety	2.7
Office Staff	2.3
Maintenance	3.7
Neighborhood	4.3
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SatisFacts™ Renewal Survey	N/A/5

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Number of reviews in the past 365 days	3

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Ratings & Reviews (64 Reviews)

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Resident • 2020

07/12/2020

Why won't habitat company appoint a good, professional and humble staff. Rent in this building is enormous then why can't they invest in hiring good employees. Security, mail room staff, management office is filled with rude and terrible employees. In fact engineers and cleaning staff are… See More

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Prospective Resident • Visited 2020

06/09/2020

I want to commend 2 wonderful ladies at the Columbus Drive Apartments, 233 E Wacker drive, for providing excellent support to my sister during the rioting, lockdowns, and roadblocks in downtown Chicago this past weekend. My sister, is elderly and lives on the southside, she got… See More

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Resident • 2016 - 2020

05/19/2020

The pictures I have included should speak for itself. The owners have been lucky because tenants usually move after 1 year of renting. These visuals show a snapshot of the conditions we have been forced to live for over 5 years now. We have no rent… See More

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[email protected] 180628 • vrp • 2012 - 2018

08/02/2018

This place has very good location, excellent maintenance crew, and very poor management. They lure you in with teaser rents and then at first renewal your rent jumps by double digits (percentage wise). This means new residents can get an apartment identical to yours for hundreds… See More

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Resident • 2016 - 2017

06/27/2017

I can easily say this is the worst place I have ever lived. You can easily get a cheaper place with amenities and central air. However, cockroaches are included in the rent. Also, maintenance will enter your apartment on multiple occasions without prior authorization. Which can… See More

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Resident • 2016

04/10/2017

Columbus Plaza is an old, dingy building with very expensive apartments and no utility is included in the rent. There is no pool or spa and just a tiny gym. There is a fire department right next to the building and IT IS LOUD!!! They have… See More

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Resident • 2016 - 2017

03/30/2017

The location and room sizes are the only positive of this apartment. The more frustrating parts are the management (especially the Maintenance Manager, who is particularly rude and inhospitable) and the parking garage. Their maintenance crew will enter your apartment without permission, there will be loud… See More

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Douglas R • Resident • 2010 - 2017

01/25/2017

My partner and I have leased from Habitat company for 10 years. We've lived at Columbus Plaza for 6 years. Our new lease was just presented to us to find that the market price on all of their 2 bedroom apartments had decreased and were being… See More

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Verified Resident 183363 • vrp • 2015

09/13/2015

Staff was not helpful and friendly during the move in process. Staff had a very by-the-book mentality, did not care about renter's needs, did not think a step further to help renters solve problems, was not friendly, did not follow up after the transaction was done.… See More

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Verified Resident 178836 • vrp • 2015

08/28/2015

Good location; convenient Pedway link to Metra station - great thing in the winter; Nice view of the river; close to Millennium Park; good community of Chicago Booth MBA students; Easy to walk to River North for food options; Close to Mariano's and Whole Foods

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priprak • Prospective Resident • Visited 2015

07/15/2015

Columbus Plaza is a great apartment to stay at. I stayed at Manilow Suites and then decided to move in full time. One of the safest, most hygienic and best-maintained apartments in the Loop, with great community Management, I highly recommend CP! Access to Pedway is… See More

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Resident • 2012 - 2013

08/21/2013

I have been living at Columbus Plaza for a little less than a year. My experience here has been great. Pros: Great location - Very safe and convenient to everything. Walking distance to Michigan ave, Millennium Park, Lake shore, etc. Extremely helpful staff - All I… See More

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Columbus Plaza Apartments Manager

08/22/2013

Thank you for taking the time to review Columbus Plaza. We are glad you were able to experience many of Columbus Plaza's highlights in your time here. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and wish you all the best in your next move.

sumaes47 • Resident • 2012 - 2013

08/21/2013

My wife and I moved out of Columbus Plaza last week, and we miss it already. The features that attracted us to the building initially were its central location, (including Pedway access), modern facilities (gym, sun room, laundry) and generous square footage. Upon moving into the… See More

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Columbus Plaza Apartments Manager

08/21/2013

Thank you for your review on Columbus Plaza. We appreciate your comments on the community and team. Best wishes in your next move and please know you're always welcome at Columbus Plaza.

Resident • 2008 - 2013

05/14/2013

If you want your rent to increase by 12% every year, this is the place for you. If you want the management to start charging for the new fees almost every year - bike storage, lock out fees, increase laundry fees - this is the place… See More

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Resident • 2010 - 2012

02/10/2013

The noisiest neighborhood I've ever lived in. Which came first--the apartment building or the big fire station across the street? No matter which way you'll face, you'll hear three to four fire engines every 20 minutes at night with sirens blaring. It's annoying and frustrating. WHY… See More

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Resident • 2011 - 2012

09/20/2012

Generally, my experience here was fine. If I weren't moving for other reasons, I'd probably stay. Pros: 1. Moving in was super easy. They let you reserve the loading dock and an elevator, so you can just pull up the moving van to their dock and… See More

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Resident • 2012

09/17/2012

I have never written a apartment review before but this place is that good... I have been working the past few summers with my company in different cities around the USA. In Boston, NYC, DC, San Francisco and now Chicago, they always find a upscale downtown… See More

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jennistar • Resident • 2011 - 2012

05/05/2012

This s##t hole is a [email protected]#king trap!!!!!!!!!!! They raise your rent every year by 15-20%. But they don't tell you that in the beginning. You might think you got a good deal, but this is until you will get a letter to renew ur contract. And… See More

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Resident • 0

04/10/2012

I'm what people around this place call an, "Old Timer." I've lived here since 1998 and have a spacious one-bedroom The past few years have been sorta topsy turvy, building-wise. Around 2003, they seemed to change their marketing toward becoming an auxiliary dorm for International college… See More

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swar097 • Resident • 2006 - 2010

11/29/2011

Location is good...well that's about it. You will think rent is OK for this kind of location, well let me tell you its a trap. Notice, that all the people saying "YES" for columbus plaza are only in residents who moved in within an year or… See More

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robstuart66 • Resident • 2011

08/05/2011

I lived there about a year ago and the very first day I moved, already problems.as soon we started moving in our things the office called me and said they need to speak to me,because they needed more paper work.I would think before they give you… See More

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Resident • 2008 - 2011

02/25/2011

i have to say that most people rent here because of the wonderful staff! i've rented in many other properties downtown before, but columbus plaza has one of the friendliest staff in any building i've ever rented or toured before. since the new manager, i have… See More

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francinemanilow • Resident • 1997 - 2010

11/02/2010

Manilow Suites has been renting apartments in Columbus Plaza for temporary housing clients for over 25 years. They have made some wonderful improvements during the last several years and we consider this building to be a hidden treasure. The apartments are spacious and I love our… See More

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lucianaandrew • Resident • 2010

11/02/2010

I LOVE Columbus Plaza! I live here for 6 months now, but I new the condo before because a friend used to live here. You cannot find more spacious apartments. People from the administration are great and very helpful. I have a walk-in closet for me… See More

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number504 • Resident • 2010

11/01/2010

I moved to Columbus Plaza in September. I simply love my new home. The staff are courteous and so helpful. they make me feel very welcome and comfortable as I come and go in the lobby. Leasing staff are simply superb! My views of the clock… See More

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Floor Plans & Pricing

Studio, 1 Bathroom

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$1,537 - $2,149
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Disclaimer: Floor Plans data have been collected from Internet users and may not be a reliable indicator of current or comprehensive floor plans offered.

Leasing:

Start your day soaking in the view of the Chicago skyline, Lake Michigan and the river from your floor-to-ceiling windows. Then walk to work, shopping, dining... wherever! Located on Wacker Drive and just east of Michigan Avenue, you're literally steps from everything. Columbus Plaza is one of the few apartments connected to Chicago's underground Pedway, so you have indoor access to restaurants, shopping and offices throughout the Loop. Columbus Plaza is built for the way you live. Full time door staff. Well-equipped fitness center with skyline views. Generous floor plans. Large walk-in closets. Apartment living has never treated you this well.

Office Hours

Sunday: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Monday - Friday: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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