Arc at Old Colony, シカゴ

ARC at Old Colony is a fully furnished student housing in Chicago, located just south of the downtown area. The building is within walking distance of several downtown campuses, including Roosevelt University, East-West University, and Columbia College Chicago, while DePaul University Loop Campus, and the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) are easily reached by CTA transit. The ARC Chicago is situated at 37 W Van Buren Street in the heart of the South Loop, so you've got restaurants, cafés, the Art Institute, Shedd Aquarium, and all the city's best bits right on your doorstep.  

ARC at Old Colony Features

ARC at Old Colony offers five apartment types, including studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom layouts, allowing students to choose between private living or sharing with friends. Every apartment at the ARC Old Colony comes fully furnished, eliminating the hassle of purchasing furniture before move-in. Spacious bedrooms have WiFi & cable, and study space, the contemporary kitchens are equipped with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, while in-unit washers and dryers make daily routines much easier. Electronic key access and individually designed study-friendly living spaces create a comfortable environment for both academic work and relaxation. 

In addition, the ARC building community focuses on supporting student life rather than simply providing luxury amenities. There are quiet study lounges with free printing, private study rooms for productive spaces during exam season, and a business centre making coursework more convenient. After class, residents can work out in the ARC Apartments' 24-hour fitness centre, enjoy panoramic skyline views from the rooftop terrace, or relax around the outdoor fire pits and grilling areas. The games lounge and resident clubhouse provide welcoming spaces to meet neighbours without leaving the building. For residents' safety and convenience, the ARC Old Colony features professional on-site management, package lockers, controlled building access, and a 24-hour front desk, further simplifying daily life for students.

Location and What's Hot near ARC at Old Colony 

One of ARC at Old Colony's biggest advantages is its unbeatable downtown location. The building sits between Chicago's Loop and South Loop, allowing residents to complete most daily errands on foot. Totto’s Market is a 8 minutes walk away for groceries and household essentials, Target Grocery is about a 10-minute walk away for groceries and household essentials, while Trader Joe's can be reached in approximately 6  minutes by car for affordable fresh food and weekly shopping.

Students looking for a good study café have plenty of options nearby the ARC Apartments. Cafe 77, Mojo Coffee and Broadway Cafe are around a 6-minute walk from the apartment and are well known among locals for their quick breakfast sandwiches and quality coffee before morning classes. When classes are over, students can easily walk to Grant Park in about 10 minutes, explore Millennium Park in around 14 minutes, or spend weekends browsing the restaurants and cafés around State Street, the Chicago Riverwalk, and the Theatre District. Harold Washington Library is also within a 2-minute walking distance from the ARC Chicago, and it offers an impressive collection and plenty of space to study or explore. 

Commute

For students without a car, ARC at Old Colony Chicago offers one of the easiest commuting locations in downtown Chicago. Multiple CTA 'L' stations are within a short walk from the ARC building, including Jackson, Harrison, and LaSalle/Van Buren subway station.  Dearborn & Ida B Wells and State & Van Buren are two bus stops all within a 2-minute walk, making travel across the city straightforward.

Subway stations near the ARC Old Colony:

• Jackson(CTA blue line): 1-minute walk
• LaSalle/Van Buren(Brown line): 3-minutes walk
• Harrison(Red line): 6-minute walk

Univeristies nearby:

• Roosevelt University — about 6 minutes on foot.

• East-West University — approximately 4 minutes walking.

• Columbia College Chicago — around 10 minutes walking.

• DePaul University Loop Campus — about 4 minutes on foot.

• University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) — approximately 13 minutes by CTA Blue Line or bus #7.

• Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) — around 17 minutes via CTA Red Line or bus #29.

Unlike many student apartments located outside downtown, ARC at 37 West Van Buren Street, Chicago II allows residents to walk to classes, grocery stores, cafés, restaurants, and Chicago's major attractions without relying on a car. For students seeking a true live-study-play experience in the city centre, few locations are as convenient as the Loop. Contact our team to book your new home at the ARC apartments.