Chicago Corporate Housing Hunting Guide

By Rosemary McDonough


Finding Windy City accommodations is as easy as pie, but it can get very complicated for those who want to sort through all the options and find the best place to stay. Even limiting the choices to Chicago corporate housing doesn't make it all that easy. The price and the location of the property are key issues, and there's a huge selection within these parameters with varying space, furnishings, facilities and amenities.

The best way to start hunting down the right rental is to zero in on a location. Business executives visiting the city for short-term or extended stays usually prefer to stay in or close to the Loop. Other areas worth taking a look at include the Near North Side, Near South Side and Near West Side.

Together, these four areas make up the core of downtown Chicago. It's a good bet that most people looking for rentals for a few weeks or a couple of months will end up staying in one of these four locations. It makes the stay convenient, offering easy access to all the offices and meeting spaces in the city without the hassle of a long commute.

It is also right in the middle of downtown's urban pleasures and entertainment watering holes. The only other point worth mentioning here is to look for a place close to the waterfront. It makes good sense not just because of the view, but also on account of the direct access to lakeshore bike paths and other waterfront facilities.

Another factor that makes the Loop an appealing prospect is direct access to the vast open spaces and verdant greenery of Grant Park. Of course, everybody needs to find a location that is ideal for their planned activities while they are in the city. Once a specific locality is chosen, the price for properties within it will vary based on the size and the apartment type. It can be a studio, or have one to three bedrooms.

Almost every property has Wi-Fi, along with HD TV sets with cable in every bedroom and the living room. There should be at least one DVD player and music system. Unlimited local calls are commonly allowed. A renter can expect to have everything from a washer/dryer to a fully equipped bath and kitchen with all the necessary utilities and appliances.

Before booking, make sure to ask about the availability of common use facilities including parking space. Families who are coming to stay with children and/or pets must check with the landlord about the building's pet policies. Most of them also have housekeepers, nannies, drivers and other staff on call if a renter needs to avail of these services. Just follow the simple tips mentioned in this guide and make the corporate housing stay in Chicago a memorable and comfortable one.




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