Condos Illinois Cook County Chicago Little Italy

$1,945 / Month

1243 S Blue Island Ave

Chicago, IL 60608

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Beds	Baths	Average SF
Studio Studio 0 Br	1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba	—

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $0

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

About This Property

Property Id: 1150649 Schedule a tour today! Must have decent credit and meet 3x income requirement! CoApplicants/Gurantors accepted Stylish finishes with industrial-chic light fixtures, polished concrete floors, and sky-high ceilings. Each unit includes stainless steel appliances, a gas range stove, an in-unit washer and dryer, and a sleek bathroom with a glass-enclosed rain shower. Select apartments also feature balconies, walk-in closets, and kitchen islands. 8,500 square feet built for relaxation and recreation with a fitness center, a beautiful spacious lounge, and an outdoor rooftop pool deck with gas grilling stations. This unique property is adjacent to three cool neighborhoods in Chicago’s Lower West Side - Pilsen, Little Italy, and UIC’s University Village. Fantastic location near UIC, Rush, and Stroger Hospital! There is plenty to explore with diverse restaurants, culture, and several parks surrounding the area. Stock up on essentials at nearby big box stores on Roosevelt Road, or make new friends shopping at convenient neighborhood bodegas.

1243 S Blue Island Ave is a condo located in Cook County and the 60608 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.

Condo Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Microwave

Refrigerator

Washer/Dryer
Cable Ready
Security System
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Freezer
Fitness Center
Pool
Bicycle Storage

Location

1243 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago,

IL 60608

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Neighborhood

Little Italy is home to the University of Illinois at Chicago and is consequently also known as University Village. Therefore, if you’re a college student looking to rent, Little Italy is perfect for you. This neighborhood also borders the Illinois Medical District, making it a popular choice for healthcare employees as well as university students, faculty, and staff.

A bevy of restaurants, shops, bars, and cafes line West Taylor Street in Little Italy. Some of the neighborhood’s main attractions include the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame and the historic statue of Christopher Columbus. Situated just two miles west of Downtown Chicago, Little Italy gives renters easy commutes via I-90, I-290, and the Blue Line.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds	Average Size	Lowest	Typical	Premium
Studio Studio Studio	530 Sq Ft	$1,877	$2,231	$3,063
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed	705 Sq Ft	$2,095	$2,542	$4,650
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds	1006 Sq Ft	$1,650	$2,787	$5,103
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds	1900-1908 Sq Ft	$2,025	$3,187	$4,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds	1199 Sq Ft	$1,200	$2,940	$4,890

Amenities

Washer/Dryer
Cable Ready
Security System

Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave

Oven
Refrigerator
Freezer

Fitness Center
Pool
Bicycle Storage

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Univ. of Ill. at Chicago	Walk:	10 min	0.6 mi
Rush University	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Columbia College Chicago	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Malcolm X College	Drive:	4 min	2.2 mi

1243 S Blue Island Ave is within 10 minutes or 0.6 mile from Univ. of Ill. at Chicago. It is also near Rush University and Malcolm X College.

Schools

Smyth J Elementary School

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

343 Students

Attendance Zone

Ray Elementary School

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

610 Students

Attendance Zone

Wells Community Academy High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

359 Students

Attendance Zone

St Procopius School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

175 Students

Nearby

St. Ignatius College Prep

Private High School

Grades 9-12

1,473 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include 18Th Street Station, located 0.8 mile from 1243 S Blue Island Ave. 1243 S Blue Island Ave is near Chicago Midway International, located 8.3 miles or 15 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 18.9 miles or 29 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
18Th Street Station	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Polk Station	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Damen Station (Pink Line)	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Racine Station	Drive:	4 min	2.2 mi
Uic-Halsted Station	Drive:	4 min	2.4 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Halsted Station	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Western Avenue Station (Bnsf)	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Chicago Union Station	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Chicago Lasalle Station	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Chicago Ogilvie Transportation Center	Drive:	4 min	2.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Chicago Midway International	Drive:	15 min	8.3 mi
Chicago O'Hare International	Drive:	29 min	18.9 mi

Walkability Near 1243 S Blue Island Ave Chicago, IL 60608

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

90 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Exceptionally Bikeable

Bikeability

90 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1243 S Blue Island Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
University Village	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Ashland & Roosevelt	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Roosevelt Galleria	Walk:	18 min	1.0 mi

1243 S Blue Island Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 mile, which is about a 18-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Women's Park and Gardens	Drive:	7 min	2.5 mi
Field Museum of Natural History	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Douglas Park and Community Center	Drive:	6 min	2.7 mi
Alliance for the Great Lakes	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi
Openlands	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi

1243 S Blue Island Ave has 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Women's Park and Gardens, Douglas Park and Community Center, and Field Museum of Natural History.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
University of Illinois Hospital	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Rush University Medical Center	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi

1243 S Blue Island Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is University of Illinois Hospital which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
US Military Reservation Elk Grove	Drive:	38 min	26.5 mi
US Military Reservation Naperville	Drive:	42 min	29.2 mi
Fermi National Accelerator Lab Winfield	Drive:	53 min	34.2 mi

1243 S Blue Island Ave has 3 military bases within 34.2 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 26.5 miles away and a 38 minute drive.