1242 N LAKE SHORE DR, Chicago, IL is a rental building in Old Town, Chicago. See every violation, 311 complaint, tenant review, and the LucidIQ score — before you sign a lease.
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Old Town · March 2026
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DOB Violation — LEAKING BOILER TUBES
DOB Violation — OWNER OR LICENSED CONTRACTOR
DOB Violation — REPLACE
DOB Violation — STAY-BOLTS
DOB Violation — MAINTAIN OR REPAIR ELECT ELEVA
Street Light Pole Damage Complaint — No details available
Street Cleaning Request — No details available
Water Lead Test Kit Request — No details available
DOB Violation — HOLDOPEN DEVICE ON APT DOOR
DOB Violation — 2-HR STAIR ENCLOSURE, 4+ STORY
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Old Town is Chicago charm distilled — the Second City comedy club, cobblestoned streets near Wells, and a mix of historic row houses and newer condos. It bridges the energy of Lincoln Park with the polish of the Gold Coast.