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5201 W Washington Blvd (old)
5201 W Washington Blvd,
Chicago,
IL
60644
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5201 W Washington Blvd (old)
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Hardwood Floors
About 5201 W Washington Blvd (old)
Welcome to 5201 W Washington Blvd in South Austin on the West side of Chicago! This property offers Studio, 1-Bedroom, and 2-Bedroom apartments for rent. Live within walking distance to local restaurants, numerous schools, and Columbus Park. Commute easily via CTA Green and Blue line. Pets are welcome! Section 8 is accepted. Call today to schedule your showing!
5201 W Washington Blvd (old) is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60644 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Apartment Features
- Hardwood Floors
5201 W Washington Blvd,
Chicago,
IL
60644
Austin is a tight-knit residential community less than 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Residents enjoy easy access to major highways and the convenience of Metro stations. Popular fast food chains, local dining, and shopping malls are located throughout Austin. There’s an abundance of parks in the area, with the most popular being Columbus Park. This 135-acre historic park is considered the masterpiece of a landscape architect. The park offers a fitness center, bike path, jogging path, 9-hole golf course, outdoor swimming pool, fishing lagoon, and ball fields/courts. Find your affordable apartment in this historic, convenient suburban hub near all of Chicago’s grand attractions.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Austin | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $834 | $1,632 |
| 1 Bedroom | $994 | $2,030 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,175 | $2,545 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,392 | $3,059 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 5.2 mi |
5201 W Washington Blvd (old) is within 10 minutes or 4.5 miles from Concordia University-Chicago. It is also near Dominican University, Priory and Malcolm X College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
391 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
34 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
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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 Laramie Station, located 0.4 mile from 5201 W Washington Blvd (old). 5201 W Washington Blvd (old) is near Chicago Midway International, located 7.3 miles or 12 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.4 miles or 25 minutes away.
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.3 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 25 min | 14.4 mi |
Walkability Near 5201 W Washington Blvd (old)
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
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 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
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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 5201 W Washington Blvd (old).
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
5201 W Washington Blvd (old) has 3 shopping centers within 2.1 miles, which is about a 4-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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Austin Town Hall Park
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Columbus Park and Field House
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Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi |
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LaFollette Park
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.5 mi |
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Garfield Park and Golden Dome Field House
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Oak Park Conservatory
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
5201 W Washington Blvd (old) has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Austin Town Hall Park, Columbus Park and Field House, and LaFollette Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi |
5201 W Washington Blvd (old) has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is Loretto Hospital which is 1.2 miles away and a 2 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 34 min | 22.1 mi |
5201 W Washington Blvd (old) is 22.1 miles and a 34 minute drive from US Military Reservation Elk Grove.
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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.
5201 W Washington Blvd
Chicago, IL 60644