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Chicago, IL 60661
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Studio - 2 Beds
1623 W 61st St
1615-1623 W 61st St,
Chicago,
IL
60636
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1623 W 61st St
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Highlights
- Fenced Lot
- Gated
- Hardwood Floors
About 1623 W 61st St
Available 11/15/25 Well maintained and professionally managed building. Many updates made to the building and apartments. -New kitchen cabinets & quartz countertops -Kitchen pantry closet -New high quality lvp flooring -Two separate laundry rooms - Responsive Maintenance - Pest free building - Secured rear gates - Dusk to dawn exterior lights - 24/7 cameras - Forced air furnace Rental Criteria - Verifiable income of at least 2.5x the rent - Stable employment history -Fair to Good credit, no evictions or bankruptcies - Positive rental history -Current Home visit may be requested
1623 W 61st St is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60636 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Duplex
- Hardwood Floors
- Modern Bathroom
- Modern Kitchen
- Modern Kitchen Cabinets
- Renovated
- Renovated Kitchen
- Section 8 Approved Unit
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Walk-Up
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
Apartment Features
Hardwood Floors
Microwave
Refrigerator
Freezer
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Quartz Countertops
- Gas Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
1615-1623 W 61st St,
Chicago,
IL
60636
Apartment renters in West Englewood enjoy cozy suburban life close to the heart of Chicago. Just over 10 miles away from downtown Chicago, this southwest neighborhood provides an abundance of green space and recreational fun. An array of charming brick flats line the lively streets with personality and flair. Transportation, which has played an important part in the history of the neighborhood, helps the area maintain its vitality and commuter-friendly attributes.
West Englewood features tasty cuisine to suit any palate. Indulge in down-home Southern cooking at Elizabeth's Soul Food, or head to Nick's for an authentic gyro and baklava. Multiple recreational parks thrive within walking distance of the neighborhood.
Learn more about living in West Englewood
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| West Englewood | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $807 | $1,626 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,024 | $2,015 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $982 | $2,533 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,393 | $3,051 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.8 mi |
1623 W 61st St is within 9 minutes or 4.4 miles from University of Chicago. It is also near Richard J. Daley College and Ill. Inst. of Technology.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 12
21 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
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 Ashland & 63Rd Street Station, located 0.3 mile from 1623 W 61st St. 1623 W 61st St is near Chicago Midway International, located 5.4 miles or 11 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 23.8 miles or 40 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.8 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.4 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 40 min | 23.8 mi |
Walkability Near 1623 W 61st St
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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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
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Soundscore™
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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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 1623 W 61st St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
1623 W 61st St has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. 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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Ogden Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Gage Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Hamilton Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Marquette Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Fuller Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
1623 W 61st St has 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Ogden Park, Gage Park, and Hamilton Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
1623 W 61st St has 3 hospitals within 4.2 miles, the nearest is St. Bernard Hospital which is 2.0 miles away and a 4 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.
1615-1623 W 61st St
Chicago, IL 60636