The Sterling Private Residence

This building is generally average. The only reason to pay the cost of living here is for its convenience. The proximity to the loop means I don’t have to commute and the fitness center means I don’t have to spend time walking to another gym. Or so I thought.
This building had a great fitness center when I decided to move into my unit: new racks of dumbells up to about 80lbs, numerous weight machines, and cardio equipment. I was excited not to have to leave my building to work out or sign up for a gym membership (expensive in the area). But then about half a year ago, management decided to get rid of any weights over 25lbs, with no explanation. Well, that was not ideal, but at least I could still use the weight machines.
That is, up until about a month ago when all of the weight machines simultaneously received out of order signs (despite still working perfectly). The weight pins have since been removed by management and the machines now seem to be in a permanent state of inoperability. I have not heard any explanation for these decisions, but my best guess is that neighboring units complained about the noise from the fitness center and management, rather than taking into account the needs of the majority of the residents, caved to the complaints of one vocal resident.
This went from a great fitness center to a cardio-​only fitness center. Now I have to sign up for a gym membership and my only reason for having moved to this building — convenience — has been eliminated. Before thinking of moving here, consider what other amenities management might decide to get rid of. How long until the treadmills go «out of order» and the pool gets drained?

I have lived in The Sterling for over three years and have been very happy. The building has 24 hour security, a pool (unique to area), a grilling/​patio area, two tennis courts and a work out facility.
Simply, the location is unbeatable. River North is the place to be with the best restaurants and bars all within a few blocks. I work in the loop and my walk is less than 10 minutes.
I have a corner unit on a relatively high floor with terrific northeast views of the Hancock, Wrigley & Trump (although a new office building is somewhat blocking the latter two). I love being just a few blocks west of Michigan Avenue shopping.
Come be my neighbor!

Do you miss the days of living in a frat house? Think those days are behind you just because you have a Fortune 500 job?
Think again. This place is filled with young, professional 20 somethings who love the River North scene.
Although this is a condo building, a large amount of them are available for rent for a competitive price given the location. The pool is a party any given weekend, and also has great tennis courts and patio to grill out.