Cobbler Square Lofts

Cobbler Square Lofts is located at 1350 N. Wells Street in Old Town, containing 295 loft apartments across seven interconnected buildings. Cobbler Square Lofts was completed in 1985.

Cobbler Square Lofts fast facts

History and Design

The complex occupies the former Dr. Scholl’s shoe factory, originally built in the 1880s. In the mid-1980s, architect Ken Schroeder converted the roughly 30 factory buildings into Cobbler Square, one of Chicago’s early large-scale loft conversions, creating seven interconnected structures around two landscaped interior courtyards. Units retain original details such as timber beams and exposed brick, combined with wide-plank hardwood floors and updated finishes in renovated units.

What amenities does Cobbler Square Lofts have?

On-site amenities include two interior courtyards, a rooftop terrace, a fitness center, co-working space, lounge and game areas, and a dog run. A swimming pool and hot tub are planned to open in summer 2026.

What features do units at Cobbler Square Lofts include?

Units include studios, studio lofts, convertibles, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans.

Is Cobbler Square Lofts pet friendly?

The building is pet-friendly, with a dog run on site and additional pet services available. Renters should confirm current pet fees and policy directly with the building, as terms can change.

Does Cobbler Square Lofts have parking?

Cobbler Square Lofts has an on-site garage for residents, according to its management company.

Where is Cobbler Square Lofts located?

Cobbler Square Lofts is located in Old Town, within the Old Town area, near the Sedgwick Brown/Purple Line and Clark/Division Red Line CTA stations.

For other buildings in the area, see Old Town listings. For more on the building itself, see the official Cobbler Square Lofts website.

How do you get to Cobbler Square Lofts by CTA?

The nearest CTA station to Cobbler Square Lofts is Clark/Division, 0.3 miles away, served by the Red Line. Across the 14 buildings in Old Town listed in this directory with a recorded nearest station, the median distance is 0.2 miles.

For more, see the building's own website (cobblersquarelofts.com) or the full list of Old Town apartment buildings.