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Located in the heart of River North and minutes away from the Magnificent Mile, our apartments on the Chicago River offer the best of city living at your doorstep. Upscale features like Nest™ thermostats and quartz countertops will make you proud to call any of our studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments for rent in River North in Chicago, IL home.

Walkability to major employers like Salesforce and convenience to Grubhub Headquarters and BlueCross BlueShield makes your everyday commute a breeze. Come home and enjoy the scenic city views from our rooftop lounge, or spend a cozy evening by ... Read More

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Our community team lives by Cortland’s company credo: We believe in a better life where hospitality is always a given, each detail is worth a second thought, and every moment is an opportunity to go beyond expectations. With a team passionate about proactive service and above and beyond apartment living, you’ll know how important you are to us – from the moment you first walk through our doors to every day you walk through yours.
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    Cortland River North has been such an amazing community to be a part of. Imani and her team are the best people ever, as are the other residents. The signature scent in the lobby is also *chef's kiss*.

    February 13, 2025

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    Cortland River North has been such an amazing community to be a part of. Imani and her team are the best people ever, as are the other residents. The signature scent in the lobby is also *chef's kiss*.

    February 13, 2025

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    I've been living at The Cortland for over three years now, and it has been an incredible experience. The building is situated on a quiet street in River North, offering the perfect balance of a prime location without the constant ... READ MORE

    Gabrielle - January 31, 2025

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    Cortland is a wonderful place to live! The staff (shoutout Imani, Herman, Jessica, and all the rest) are the best I've experienced in Chicago. Highly recommend!

    Julia Warsecke - January 24, 2025

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    It’s a wonderful community with exceptional management. Overall a great place to live

    October 23, 2024

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