PROPERTY PROFILE
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The Art of Urban Living at The Gallery on Wells The Gallery on Wells is a 39 story building located at 637 North Wells Street in Chicago’s trendy and artistically rich River North neighborhood. Built in 2017, the building contains a total of 442 residences including studios, convertibles and one, two and threebedroom units. The property has a total of 543,731 total square feet in the residential tower and 7,477 square feet of retail space, soon to include a Dollop Coffee Co. and Nouveau Department Nail Studio. The adjacent 640 N. LaSalle building houses eateries including Wildfire Grill and Taco Joint.
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eveloped by Magellan Development, The Gallery on Wells is owned as a Jointventure between Magellan Development Group, MAC Management, Wanxiang America Real Estate Group, LLC, Strand Advisors and National Real Estate Advisors. “Magellan Development Group always strives to create projects with a unique identity,” says Jim Losik, National Marketing Director. “The idea for The Gallery on Wells grew out of the shared appreciation for the arts of our company and our partner, MAC Management. Given the history of River North as the heart of the Chicago gallery district, the area appeals to resi-
SPRING 2018
dents who are art enthusiasts. This combination of our companies’ dedication to art, the neighborhood’s history and our target demographic of renters resulted in the creation of an art-centric themed building.”
North and downtown. Crafted to express and embrace the creativity of culturally rich Chicago, the property is a true embodiment of the soul of the art gallery district. The lobby features warm colors and chic finishes and materials, while the integration of contemporary art and design provides a gathering space for local artists and designers to collaborate in a one-of-a-kind living experience. An exclusive, recently-rediscovered photography collection of 22 unique, oversized black and white portraits complement the lobby area, taken by the former Executive Editor/Publisher of Playboy Special Editions Jeff Cohen.
Amenities Abound
The Art of Urban Living The Gallery on Wells lives true to its motto “The Art of Urban Living,” and provides an atmosphere where residents can explore their artistic spirit and expand their aesthetic savvy. Stylish apartments are complemented with intimate communal settings and panoramic views of River
The Gallery on Wells offers an inspired approach to indoor amenities, offering two distinct areas connected by a unique indoor bridge. Intimate entertaining and relaxation spaces are juxtaposed with intense exercise and activity centers. The stateof-the-art fitness center features Peloton bikes and
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