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1037 W Polk St
1037 W Polk St,
Chicago,
IL
60607
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- Balcony
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About 1037 W Polk St Chicago, IL 60607
Experience Chicago living at 1037 W Polk St. You'll find this community in the University Village area of Chicago. From pricing to features, the professional leasing staff is excited to help you find your new place. Compare 1 to 3 bedroom apartments then schedule a tour of the community. Experience a new standard at 1037 W Polk St.
1037 W Polk St is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60607 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Community Amenities
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Patio
Heating
Deck
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
1037 W Polk St,
Chicago,
IL
60607
A college town housing the University of Illinois at Chicago, University Village is a bustling neighborhood just two miles west of downtown Chicago. With a lively student population, there’s a wide range of apartments and condos for rent in the area, varying in expense. University Village is just minutes from everything downtown has to offer: Shedd Aquarium, the Art Institute of Chicago, Grant Park, the Chicago Theater, and so much more.
A National Historic Landmark and a true representation of Chicago’s history, the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum is a must-visit in University Village. This house and museum is a dynamic memorial to social reformer Jane Addams, the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, and a hero to the Chicago community.
Vibrant restaurants reside around town, popular with residents and university students alike. Visit the original polish sausage stand, Jim’s Original, for a classic hot dog stand experience, or venture over to Lalo’s on Maxwell.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| University Village | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,688 | $1,658 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,108 | $2,055 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,661 | $2,601 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,260 | $3,111 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
1037 W Polk St is within 7 minutes or 0.4 mile from Univ. of Ill. at Chicago. It is also near Rush University and Malcolm X College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
1,138 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
547 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
343 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-11
96 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
359 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
175 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
199 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,473 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Polk Station, located 1.2 miles from 1037 W Polk St. 1037 W Polk St is near Chicago Midway International, located 10.0 miles or 17 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 18.4 miles or 29 minutes away.
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 17 min | 10.0 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 29 min | 18.4 mi |
Walkability Near 1037 W Polk St Chicago, IL 60607
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 1037 W Polk St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
1037 W Polk St has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Alliance for the Great Lakes
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Openlands
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Grant Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Millennium Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Women's Park and Gardens
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi |
1037 W Polk St has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Alliance for the Great Lakes, Openlands, and Grant Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
1037 W Polk St has 3 hospitals within 1.3 miles, the nearest is University of Illinois Hospital which is 1.1 miles away and a 20 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 37 min | 26.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 41 min | 28.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 52 min | 33.8 mi |
1037 W Polk St has 3 military bases within 33.8 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 26.0 miles away and a 37 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1037 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 60607