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A renter just moved into this Chicago 1-bedroom and immediately regrets it. Why?
Chicago courtyard apartments built in the 1890s through 1920s routinely omitted bedroom closets because closets were historically taxed as separate rooms in some municipalities, making them a financial liability for developers. This means renters must budget for freestanding wardrobes that consume valuable floor space and cannot be recouped when moving. Always measure bedroom square footage independently and check for closet space before signing a Chicago lease, especially in greystone or courtyard buildings.