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Monthly Rent
$875 - $1,190
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
330 - 655 sq ft
Washington Plaza is a renovated apartment community in Austin on the West side of Chicago! These Austin apartments offer both studio and one bedroom apartments that are equipped with great amenities. Washington Plaza is walking distance to several schools in Austin, including John Hope College Prep High School and Oscar Depriest Elementary School. Live conveniently near Leamington Foods, Columbus Park, US Bank, Austin Branch of the Chicago Public Library, Austin Town Hall Park Cultural Center, and much more.Plus, don't worry about your commute! Washington Plaza commuters can easily travel via CTA Green Line at Central and the 20 Bus. If you're looking for a new apartment home in the Austin area of Chicago, call today for a showing!
Highlights
- Controlled Access
- Doorman
- Elevator
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 5501-228price $875square feet 330availibility Now
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Unit 5501-227price $875square feet 330availibility Now
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Unit 5501-610price $875square feet 330availibility Now
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Unit 5501-325price $1,050square feet 480availibility Now
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Unit 5501-107price $1,140square feet 500availibility Now
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Unit 5501-430price $1,140square feet 481availibility Now
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Unit 5501-228price $875square feet 330availibility Now
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Unit 5501-227price $875square feet 330availibility Now
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Unit 5501-610price $875square feet 330availibility Now
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Unit 5501-325price $1,050square feet 480availibility Now
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Unit 5501-107price $1,140square feet 500availibility Now
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Unit 5501-430price $1,140square feet 481availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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.
Details
Property Information
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Built in 1928
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172 units/7 stories
About Washington Plaza
Washington Plaza is a renovated apartment community in Austin on the West side of Chicago! These Austin apartments offer both studio and one bedroom apartments that are equipped with great amenities. Washington Plaza is walking distance to several schools in Austin, including John Hope College Prep High School and Oscar Depriest Elementary School. Live conveniently near Leamington Foods, Columbus Park, US Bank, Austin Branch of the Chicago Public Library, Austin Town Hall Park Cultural Center, and much more.Plus, don't worry about your commute! Washington Plaza commuters can easily travel via CTA Green Line at Central and the 20 Bus. If you're looking for a new apartment home in the Austin area of Chicago, call today for a showing!
Washington Plaza is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60644 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Newly Renovated
- Internet Included
- Community Room
- Heat Included
- Pre-Wired Phone/Cable
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Doorman
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Oven
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Elevator
- Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Newly Renovated
- Internet Included
- Community Room
- Heat Included
- Pre-Wired Phone/Cable
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Oven
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | By Appointment |
| Sunday | Closed |
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.
Learn more about living in Austin| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.6 mi |
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Central Station (Green Line), located 0.5 mile from Washington Plaza. Washington Plaza is near Chicago Midway International, located 7.7 miles or 13 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.4 miles or 26 minutes away.
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.7 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 26 min | 14.4 mi |
Time and distance from Washington Plaza.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Austin Town Hall Park
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Columbus Park and Field House
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Oak Park Conservatory
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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LaFollette Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Wonder Works Children's Museum
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 34 min | 22.0 mi |
Property Ratings at Washington Plaza
No one is ever sitting at the front desk and it took them 5 days to fix my kitchen sink that I have been having problems with with since I moved in 2 years ago
I had my viewing of the apartment on the 7th floor. The neighborhood has trash all over it and it seems there isn't any neighborhood cleanup. The lobby looked like the photos but had trash and stains all over the furniture. It doesn't appear the building is cleaned on a regular basis. The elevator is extremely slow and randomly stops at 6th floor for whatever reason. I had asked the lady showing me the apartment whether anyone has gotten stuck, and she said "No.", which is surprising since the elevator appears to be running on it's last breath. Security is important to me, I had asked regarding security she mentioned there is security 24/7 but the security guard on that day called in sick. So my assumption is there is no security on days where the guard is sick or takes off work. In addition, while I was waiting in the lobby I heard someone bang on the door, I did not open the front door because I did not know who they were or whether they were allowed in the building. People need an access code to enter the building. I ignored the banging, but then the lady walked to the window and banged on the window, so I let her in. But, it does worry me about lack of security and whether people should be accessing the building or not. The laundry room had trash and was very dirty. The fitness center looks alright cleaner than most of the building. The studio apartment was looked very nice and was newly renovated. However, because of the location and lack of cleanliness, I am not sure if this location would be a good fit for me. The apartments don't appear to be sound proof as I could hear conversation and people yelling from the hallways so if noise or privacy is a concern, these apartments may not be a good fit.
This property is not right management is Very Unprofessional & to say Rude will be an understatement plus the location is very ruff unsafe
Washington Plaza Photos
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Washington Plaza Lobby
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Washington Plaza Lobby
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Washington Plaza Lobby
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Washington Plaza Community Room
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Washington Plaza Community Room
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Washington Plaza Apartment Living Room
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While Washington Plaza does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Washington Plaza has studios to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $875/mo. to $1,190/mo.
Yes, Washington Plaza welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $875 for a studio, you would need to earn about $32,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Washington Plaza is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
While Washington Plaza does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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5501 W Washington Blvd
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