Vantage Oak Park, 150 Forest Ave, Oak Park

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Vantage Oak Park, IL

Vantage Oak Park is a 20-story, 270-unit contemporary high-rise completed in 2016 at 150 Forest Ave in downtown Oak Park.

Vantage was developed by Golub and Atlanta-based Wood Partners. The internationally-acclaimed Gensler was the architecture firm.

Ground-floor retail space at Vantage has been leased by Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant.

The apartments

Vantage has a mix of studio, 1-bedroom, 1-bedroom plus den, 2-bedroom, 2-bath, and 2-bedroom, 2-bath plus den apartments. Floor plans and near real-time rent and availability info are online.

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Kitchens and baths have attractive finishes. Kitchens have espresso-stained cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances including a gas range.

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The apartments are wired for 1 GB Internet connections, have in-unit washer / dryers, wide plank flooring in the living areas, and floor-to-ceiling windows. A number of the floor plans have private terraces or balconies.

View east from Vantage Oak Park

Views.
East-facing apartments on higher floors have a view of the downtown Chicago skyline.

Amenities, services, policies

Vantage Oak Park has extensive common area amenities.

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The welcoming lobby has a fireplace, a flat-screen TV and comfortable seating for relaxing or visiting with guests.

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There’s a sprawling landscaped rooftop terrace with grilling stations and multiple lounging areas.

Additional amenities include a nicely-equipped fitness center, a resident lounge, a club room, a business center with a conference room, a pet wash. a bike storage area and on-site garage parking.

The location

Vantage Oak Park is located in a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly part of downtown Oak Park, one of Chicagoland’s most attractive neighborhoods.

Unity Temple, Oak Park

Vantage residents can begin a Frank Lloyd Wright walking tour a block east of the building at Unity Temple, and then head a block north of Vantage to view 210 Forest, one of 14 Wright-designed homes in the neighborhood.

Shopping. The immediate neighborhood has an abundance of retail outlets, ranging from one-of-a-kind locally-owned boutiques to big-box national chain stores.

Whole Foods, River Forest
Trader Joe's, Oak Park

Whole Foods is a few blocks west of Vantage, in the River Forest Town Center, which is also home to a Walgreen’s Pharmacy, DSW, Loft, Noodles & Company, Starbucks, Boston Market, Panera Bread, Chico’s, Men’s Wearhouse, Petco, Ulta, Massage Envy, LensCrafters and more. Trader Joe’s is three blocks northwest of Vantage. A Target store is slated to open in October of 2017.

There’s a seasonal farmers market a few blocks east of Vantage.

Careful Peach, Oak ParkFiloni, Park Park
Sugarcup, Oak ParkTwo Story Farmhouse, Oak Park

Careful Peach, Filoni, Sugarcup and Two Story Farmhouse are just a few of the quirky, personality-laden boutiques near Vantage.

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Readers find a lot to like, and friendly tips on what they might like, at the “fiercely independent” Book Table, a half-block from Vantage.

Dining, nightlife, entertainment. There are more than 40 bars and restaurants within a short walk of Vantage. Few neighborhoods anywhere match the density and variety you’ll find in downtown Oak Park, where a recent growth spurt appears poised to accelerate.

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Nando's Peri-Peri, Oak ParkNando's Peri-Peri, Oak Park

Recent openings include Q-BBQ and Nando’s Peri-Peri.

Cozy Corner, Oak Park
Delia's Kitchen, Oak Park

Go-to spots for breakfast near Vantage include Cozy Corner and Delia’s Kitchen.

Lou Malnati's, Oak ParkLou Malnati's Oak Park

Pizza lovers can snack on their favorite food and keep up with their favorite sports team at Lou Malnati’s.

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Munch is one of the local options where vegans and vegetarians find comfort food.

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Lake Street Bar, Oak Park Poor Phil's, Oak Park

There’s no shortage of bars, including Beer Shop, Connolly’s, Lake Street Kitchen + Bar and Poor Phil’s.

Lake Theatre, Oak Park

The Lake Theatre is a few doors west of Vantage.

Parks, recreation. Vantage residents have convenient access to parks and recreational opportunities.

Austin Gardens Park, Oak Park

Austin Gardens Park, home to the Oak Park Festival Theatre, is directly across the street from Vantage.

Scoville Park, Oak Park

Scoville Park, a few blocks east, hosts summer concerts and movies in the park.

Cummings Square, River Forest

The Forest Preserve District’s Cummings Square, a few blocks west of Vantage, has a band shell, sports fields, picnic tables and a nature sanctuary.

Transportation. Public transportation is excellent.

Vantage, view from Oak Park Metra stop

Vantage is two short blocks from CTA and Metra stops. Metra’s Oak Park station connects to the Ogilvie Transportation Center in downtown Chicago in about 18 minutes.

CTA Green Line trains reach Chicago’s Loop in under half an hour.

30 bus at Oak Park Metra station

Downtown Oak Park is served by multiple CTA and Pace bus routes.

On / off ramps for the Eisenhower Expressway, I-290, are just over a mile from Vantage.

DIVVY bikes outside Vantage

DIVVY bikes are available just outside Vantage’s front door.

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Vantage Oak Park

Address 150 Forest Ave
City Oak Park 60301
# of Units 270
Pets Pet-friendly, subject to limits
Parking On-site garage
Completed 2016
Management Golub
Website Vantage Oak Park

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