I read some negative reviews about this place but our experience was the complete opposite of those reviews. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. I cooked all of our breakfast and dinners with no problem. They had foil and plastic wrap. I did buy some disposable roasting pans $4 at the grocery store. The refrigerator has an ice maker. I did like that they had a washer and dryer.
The grocery store Trader Joe’s was only 3 blocks away plus right around the corner was a small neighborhood market. We took the rail and bus system all the time. You will use the same pass for train and bus. In one day we took 3 buses and 4 trains for $10 for 2 tickets. I suggest if your staying for a week to just get the 7 day pass for $20. We felt safe walking from the AirBnB to the train station both morning and night.
We did use the iron and ironing board. The iron worked well. We did have our own fire stick so don’t know about much about what was offered on the TV. They provide coffee and enough cooking oil. They also provided shampoo and conditioner, plus a small bar of soap. I would definitely stay here again if ever in Chicago. We took an Uber from and to the airport. You can walk to Shedd Aquarium in 20 minutes. Hope this review may help others undecided about this place.