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LIVN West Loop Chicago 2 Bedroom

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Entire rental unit · 4 guests · LIVN Chicago, Superhost

4.82 stars65 reviewsNo Guest Favorite
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Noise is a serious problem at this property. Four of the eight most recent low reviews specifically mention noise, with guests describing paper-thin walls, lack of soundproofing, and loud neighbors at night. This confirmed issue appears across both low and five-star reviews, meaning you're likely to encounter it.

What the stars hide

Noise from neighbors and streetnoise

Guests report paper-thin walls, poor soundproofing, and loud noise from neighboring units and outside. The building's converted commercial space with exposed ceilings amplifies sound. Multiple recent guests note this as a significant problem despite otherwise enjoying the location.

Counted9 reviews mention noise · 9 in the last year · also raised by guests who still gave five stars

Source: reviews · Latest: September 2026
Maintenance issues with fixturesmaintenance

Guests report broken blinds and elevator failures on arrival. The door code for street-side entry has malfunctioned, though the host responds quickly with replacements.

Counted3 reviews mention maintenance · 3 in the last year · also raised by guests who still gave five stars

Source: reviews · Latest: July 2026
Thin walls and structural noisenoise

The exposed ceiling and industrial layout of this converted commercial space does not provide acoustic separation. Guests consistently experience neighbor noise as if it's in their own unit.

Counted9 reviews mention noise · 9 in the last year · also raised by guests who still gave five stars

Source: reviews · Latest: September 2026
Limited towel supply for group sizeaccuracy

One group of four found the apartment short on towels, though the in-unit washer-dryer provides a workaround.

Counted1 review mentions accuracy · 1 in the last year

Source: reviews · Latest: July 2026
High nightly ratescost

Guests note the rental price exceeds $1,000 per night for three-night stays. Value scores at 4.7, indicating pricing concerns despite strong property features.

Counted1 review mentions cost · 1 in the last year

Source: reviews · Latest: July 2026

Listing language, decoded

Paper thin walls
Sound travels easily between units because the walls lack insulation or acoustic treatment
Exposed ceilings and wiring
The converted commercial space has unfinished structural elements that conduct and amplify noise
Lack of soundproofing
The building does not adequately prevent outside street noise or neighbor noise from reaching your unit
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There are 65 reviews from the last year and 0 from before it, which is too few on one side to compare.

Host response

Replies arrive quickly and address guest feedback. The host thanks guests for reviews and acknowledges constructive criticism, including notes on noise and maintenance, though they do not commit to specific soundproofing improvements.

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