JDL Development, one of Chicago’s premier residential high-rise developers, has announced pre-leasing is underway at SixForty, a new luxury residential and retail tower at 640 N. Wells St. in Chicago’s River North neighborhood. Tours of the lobby, select residential units and the fifth-floor amenity deck are now available. The first move-ins will be welcomed Saturday, July 1.

Designed by Chicago-based Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture, SixForty will include a 23-story tower with 250 apartments and 8,000 square feet of street-level retail at the corner of Ontario and Wells streets. SixForty marks the second project for JDL Development and Chicago-based The Habitat Company, which will manage the property and oversee leasing. The two firms previously partnered on 1000 South Clark, which is currently 99 percent leased after opening in the South Loop last summer.

“Today’s luxury rental tenants want to be close to all the action, and you can’t be more at the epicenter of River North than SixForty,” said Yale Dieckmann, executive vice president and chief investment officer at JDL Development. “Because the building is in the heart of a fast-growing area for tech startups and a hotspot for shopping and entertainment, it’s attracting a variety of renters – from young professionals working in downtown office towers to entrepreneurs collaborating in creative shared workspaces.

“SixForty is the whole package when it comes to offering an incredible, upscale living experience – from the vibrant urban neighborhood to its modern open floor plans and world-class amenities,” Dieckmann continued.

Residences at SixForty will include 22 designer floor plans in studio, convertible and one-, two- and three-bedroom configurations that range in size from 500 to 1,600 square feet. Each home will feature 9-foot 6-inch ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, plank flooring, walk-in showers with frameless glass surrounds, in-unit laundry, and balconies in select units. Rents range from $1,850 to $5,820.

“SixForty supplies the modern yet timeless designs residents seek, with units offering panoramic views of the city,” said Sheila Byrne, executive vice president of property management at The Habitat Company. “Top-of-the-line features and finishes provide the perfect backdrop for entertaining or relaxing after work. The clean, sleek design style also extends to the common areas as well, creating an inviting, sophisticated atmosphere for spending time with friends.”

Up on the rooftop deck, residents can enjoy a heated pool, hot tub, private cabanas with TVs and 360-degree views of downtown Chicago. Also on the 23^rd floor, amenities include a demonstration kitchen, fireside library, dining suite and gaming lounge to facilitate impromptu social gatherings and entertaining. SixForty’s fifth floor amenity area offers even more spaces to refresh or unwind, including a professional grade fitness center; golf simulator lounge and outdoor putting green; and a landscaped grill terrace complete with fire pits, outdoor TVs and seating areas offering sweeping views.

“SixForty makes luxury living easy,” Dieckmann said. “After a day at the office, residents can come home, work out in a private gym or lounge poolside while enjoying dinner, watching TV or glancing out on the city skyline. The hardest thing about living at SixForty will be deciding which amenity to use that day. It’s the perfect place to be this summer.”

High-end apparel boutiques, up-and-coming art galleries, gourmet restaurants and see-and-be-seen nightlife spots are just steps from SixForty. The development is also surrounded by some of Chicago’s most iconic neighborhoods, including the Loop, Gold Coast and Old Town, and it’s just blocks from the storied Magnificent Mile. Historic architecture and tree-lined blocks line the streets in this walk-to-work neighborhood.

For commuters, the Ontario Street feeder ramp offers quick access to I-90, I-94 and I-290. Residents will also be a short walk from the CTA’s Brown Line and Red Line stations as well as a network of CTA bus lines.

SixForty is one of four new high-rise residential projects JDL Development is developing this year across the city. Move-ins to the upper floors at SixForty will begin Aug. 15. Completion of the 23^rd floor pool deck is slated for early September, and a grand opening party at the tower will be held in mid-September.

Pre-leasing for SixForty is taking place on site. For more information, visit www.640northwells.com or call (312) 944-6400.

For more information on JDL Development and its portfolio of properties, visit jdlcorp.com. Additional information on Habitat’s property management services can be found at www.habitat.com.

About JDL Development:

As one of Chicago’s preeminent developers, JDL’s executive team brings more than 60 years of combined real estate experience to every project. JDL believes a successful project is driven by a keen understanding of location and design, and a commitment to keeping on task and on budget. With innovative architecture and unparalleled design, JDL properties are built to enhance their surrounding environments and stand the test of time.

 

 

About The Habitat Company:

Founded in 1971, The Habitat Company is a full-service residential real estate company specializing in property management, acquisitions and development. One of the largest residential property developers and managers in the United States, with over $3 billion in assets and more than 22,000 units under management across five states, the company’s portfolio spans a range of property types, from mid- and high-rise condominium, apartment and adaptive reuse developments to senior and affordable housing communities. Headquartered in Chicago, with more than 800 employees throughout the United States, Habitat is dedicated to improving the communities it serves through innovation and a commitment to excellence. For more information, visit www.habitat.com.