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$1,645 - $2,780 / Month

1453 S Blue Island Ave

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Chicago, IL 60608

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  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 2

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2

  • Square Feet

    552 - 1,181 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pool
  • Gated
  • Smoke Free
  • Deck
  • Island Kitchen
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4 Available Units

535 $1,645 Studio, 1 bath, 552 sq ft 12 Month Lease, $500 deposit, Available Now
215 $1,806 1 bed, 1 bath, 594 sq ft 12 Month Lease, $500 deposit, Available Now
233 $1,881 1 bed, 1 bath, 580 sq ft 12 Month Lease, $500 deposit, Available Now
433 $2,780 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,181 sq ft 12 Month Lease, $500 deposit, Available Now
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

About 1453 S Blue Island Ave Chicago, IL 60608

12 Month Lease, $500 deposit, Available Now

Experience industrial-inspired loft living in a thoughtfully reimagined warehouse building. Apartments feature poured concrete floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, custom cabinetry, subway-tile backsplashes, and glass-enclosed rain showers. Each home includes in-unit laundry and select layouts offer kitchen islands or skyline views. Residents have access to a rooftop lounge and deck with grilling stations, an outdoor pool, a fitness center with modern cardio and strength equipment, and inviting communal spaces designed for work or relaxation. The building is pet-friendly and offers secure garage parking for added convenience. Set at the crossroads of University Village and Little Italy, the location connects you to neighborhood cafes, parks, and cultural spots while keeping you just minutes from the Loop and surrounding downtown districts by nearby bus and train lines.

Efficient 552 sq ft studio with tall ceilings and polished-concrete floors in a modern mid-rise near UIC & the Medical District. ? In-unit washer + dryer ? Dishwasher, subway-tile backsplash & custom cabinetry ? Glass-enclosed rain-shower bath ? Floor-to-ceiling windows with roller shades

1453 S Blue Island Ave is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60608 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Island Kitchen

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Floor to Ceiling Windows
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Elevator
  • Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Gated
  • Deck

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Broker Fee
    $0

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  • 4 units

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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.

Learn more about living in Little Italy 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Univ. of Ill. at Chicago
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Rush University
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Columbia College Chicago
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Malcolm X College
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
1453 S Blue Island Ave is within 11 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
397 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 11-12
57 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
353 Students
Attendance Zone
St Procopius School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
241 Students
Nearby
St. Ignatius College Prep
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,373 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include 18Th Street Station, located 0.8 mile from 1453 S Blue Island Ave. 1453 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 30 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
Halsted Station (Orange Line)
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Racine Station
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Uic-Halsted Station
Drive: 4 min 2.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Halsted Station
Walk: 14 min 0.7 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: 5 min 2.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Chicago Midway International
 Drive: 15 min 8.3 mi
Chicago O'Hare International
 Drive: 30 min 18.9 mi
Very Walkable
88
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
67
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Biker's Paradise
96
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1453 S Blue Island Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
University Village
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Ashland & Roosevelt
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Roosevelt Galleria
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
1453 S Blue Island Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 2-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: 6 min 2.4 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
1453 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 1.3 mi
John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Rush University Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
1453 S Blue Island Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is University of Illinois Hospital which is 1.3 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Floor to Ceiling Windows
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Elevator
  • Lounge
  • Gated
  • Deck
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool

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Frequently Asked Questions
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

1453 S Blue Island Ave Chicago, IL 60608 has studios to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,645/mo. to $2,780/mo.

Can I see a model or tour 1453 S Blue Island Ave Chicago, IL 60608?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

1453 S Blue Island Ave Chicago, IL 60608 is in Little Italy in the city of Chicago. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.1 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.9 miles, including Women's Park and Gardens, Douglas Park and Community Center, and Field Museum of Natural History.

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