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8/10 Good
jonathan w.
1 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jonathan w.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood
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Located in the vibrant Avondale neighborhood, Retro Roost offers a colorful and fun second-story apartment perfect for your Chicago visit. This sunny retreat features a full kitchen, separate entrance and exit, and comfortable sleeping arrangements for 4 guests.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
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About this property
Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood
Welcome to the Retro Roost! Sleeps 4 Guests/2 bedrooms, 1bath, separate entrance and exit and a full kitchen.
A sunny second story apartment filled with color and vintage pieces to bring a sense of fun and wonder to your Chicago visit. We hope for your stay to be comfortable, safe, and fun while in your separate top unit apartment we affectionately call the Retro Roost.
We are located in the Avondale neighborhood in Chicago.
The Avondale neighborhood has been ranked one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world!
Time Out Magazine gave Avondale the 16th coolest spot on a list of 51.
The magazine asked city dwellers worldwide to pick their city's neighborhoods with great dining and drinking options, and energetic street life.
Time Out Chicago editor Emma Krupp wrote that Avondale, once and still a center of Chicago's Polish community, is now "equally defined by some of the city's best Mexican food and a truly madcap array of small businesses."
Specifically, Krupp mentioned The Brewed horror-themed coffee shop, at 2843 N. Milwaukee Ave., and The Insect Asylum entomological collection at 2870 N. Milwaukee Ave. – among an assortment of others she named as stops for a "perfect day" in Avondale. She also noted that Avondale features "everything from trendy new bars and airy plant stores to decades-old sausage shops catering to the neighborhood's Polish-speaking population."
Registration number R25000131450
A sunny second story apartment filled with color and vintage pieces to bring a sense of fun and wonder to your Chicago visit. We hope for your stay to be comfortable, safe, and fun while in your separate top unit apartment we affectionately call the Retro Roost.
We are located in the Avondale neighborhood in Chicago.
The Avondale neighborhood has been ranked one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world!
Time Out Magazine gave Avondale the 16th coolest spot on a list of 51.
The magazine asked city dwellers worldwide to pick their city's neighborhoods with great dining and drinking options, and energetic street life.
Time Out Chicago editor Emma Krupp wrote that Avondale, once and still a center of Chicago's Polish community, is now "equally defined by some of the city's best Mexican food and a truly madcap array of small businesses."
Specifically, Krupp mentioned The Brewed horror-themed coffee shop, at 2843 N. Milwaukee Ave., and The Insect Asylum entomological collection at 2870 N. Milwaukee Ave. – among an assortment of others she named as stops for a "perfect day" in Avondale. She also noted that Avondale features "everything from trendy new bars and airy plant stores to decades-old sausage shops catering to the neighborhood's Polish-speaking population."
Registration number R25000131450
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- No on-site parking available
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number R25000131450, 60618
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Avondale, a neighbourhood in Chicago, is home to this apartment. Chicago Theatre and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or United Center. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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What's nearby
Milwaukee Avenue2 min walk - 0.2 km- Kosciuszko Dog Park9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Hairpin Arts Center18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Logan Square Farmers Market4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Walt Disney House5 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
- Belmont Station (Blue Line)15 min walk
- Chicago Healy Station19 min walk
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)25 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's5 min walk
- Windy City Produce8 min walk
- Taco Bell5 min walk
- Wendy's8 min walk
- Lake Effect Brewing Company7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood located?
Located in Avondale, this apartment building is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Milwaukee Avenue and within 3 miles (5 km) of Walt Disney House and Humboldt Park. Portage Park is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. Belmont Station (Blue Line) is 15 minutes by foot and Addison Station (Blue Line) is 19 minutes.
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Retro 2 bedroom bungalow in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood Reviews
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8.6
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Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachel J.
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit with dogs
We were visiting our daughter, son-in-law, and toddler grandson who live nearby. We really enjoyed walking our two Boston Terriers in the neighbor and were pleased to find a nearby dog park where they could run and chase the ball.
Our communications with Karen’s, the manager were great. She got back to us right away !
Rachel J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Jaime I.
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little flat
This flat is very cute; the neighborhood was lovely and we overall enjoyed the stay. The owner was responsive throughout the stay.
The quirks- this is an upper flat in an older house & the stairs were quite large. I am able bodied but do have some limiting health stuff. The stairs would prevent me from coming back.
Parking was a non-issue. I parked a half block away and my friend one block away (amazing for Chicago).
The flat was clean and sunny. We really loved it.
Jaime I.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful way to stay in fun Chicago neighborhood
What a lovely place to stay!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Mike F.
13 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Issues
1. The floor squeaked, loudly, every single step you took. One person could not sleep if the other was walking.
2. Very limited parking in the neighborhood. Crowded area and many permit only streets.
3. No thermostat. Someone else controls your temperature.
4. Three flights of uneven stairs,
Minor, but aggravating issues:
-no towel racks in bathroom
-bare minimun kitchen furnishings e.g. no corkscrew
-only overstuffed foam rubber pillows
Mike F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Margaret S.
29 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Be aware
Pros and cons to staying here for sure. The place is well done, very cute. The owner is very responsive. Our first issue was that all the parking around the neighborhood requires a permit. Spent 40 minutes trying to park the first night and then dragged our luggage over a half mile to the house. Took Uber afterwards instead of the car we had paid for. Second were the stairs up to the place - very steep. If you have any mobility issues at all this is not the place for you. Third, the building is old, but the the floor is EXTREMELY creaky. As in if your partner goes to the bathroom in the middle of the night you will be awake also. Some rugs may help this- maybe! Take these things into consideration.
Margaret S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023