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Washington Plaza

5501 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644

3.8 (3 reviews)

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    $825 - $845

  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    330 - 655 sq ft

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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!

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Pricing & Floor Plans

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Studio Apartment $825 – $845
Studio 1 Bath 330 Sq Ft
4 Available units
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  • Unit 5501-427
    price $825
    square feet 330
    availibility Now
  • Unit 5501-604
    price $845
    square feet 330
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  • Unit 5501-631
    price $845
    square feet 330
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  • Unit 5501-305
    price $845
    square feet 330
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1 Bedroom Apartment Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 481 Sq Ft
2 Bedroom Apartment Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 655 Sq Ft
Studio Apartment $825 – $845
Studio 1 Bath 330 Sq Ft
4 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 5501-427
    price $825
    square feet 330
    availibility Now
  • Unit 5501-604
    price $845
    square feet 330
    availibility Now
  • Unit 5501-631
    price $845
    square feet 330
    availibility Now
  • Unit 5501-305
    price $845
    square feet 330
    availibility Now

1 Bedroom Apartment Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 481 Sq Ft
2 Bedroom Apartment Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 655 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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  • One-Time Move-In Fees
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Property Information

  • Built in 1929
  • 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
  • Pre-Wired Phone/Cable
  • Heat Included
  • Internet Included
  • Community Room

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  • Controlled Access
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  • Package Service
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Newly Renovated
  • Pre-Wired Phone/Cable
  • Heat Included
  • Internet Included
  • Community Room
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
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Cat Fee $0
Dog Fee $0
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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday By Appointment
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Neighborhood

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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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Dominican University, Priory
Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi
Concordia University-Chicago
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Dominican University
Drive: 10 min 4.5 mi
Malcolm X College
Drive: 9 min 5.6 mi
Washington Plaza is within 9 minutes or 4.0 miles from Concordia University-Chicago. It is also near Dominican University, Priory and Dominican University.
Schools
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Depriest Elementary School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
458 Students
Attendance Zone
Douglass Academy High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
34 Students
Attendance Zone
Circle/Rock Preparatory School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
New Day College Preparatory
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include Central-Green, 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.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Central-Green
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Laramie
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Austin-Green
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Cicero-Green
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Austin-Blue
Drive: 7 min 4.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oak Park
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Hanson Park
Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
Grand/Cicero
Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
Cicero
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
Galewood
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Chicago Midway International
Drive: 13 min 7.7 mi
Chicago O'Hare International
Drive: 26 min 14.4 mi
Very Walkable
80
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
69
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
58
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Time and distance from Washington Plaza.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
West Roosevelt Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Lake & Lombard Center
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Berwyn Towne Square
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
Washington Plaza has 3 shopping centers within 2.7 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Austin Town Hall Park
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Columbus Park and Field House
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Oak Park Conservatory
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
LaFollette Park
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Wonder Works Children's Museum
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Washington Plaza has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Austin Town Hall Park, Columbus Park and Field House, and LaFollette Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Loretto Hospital
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Hartgrove Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
West Suburban Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Washington Plaza has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is Loretto Hospital which is 0.8 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
US Military Reservation Elk Grove
Drive: 34 min 22.0 mi
Washington Plaza is 22.0 miles and a 34 minute drive from US Military Reservation Elk Grove.
 
 

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12/5/23
Catfish!!!!

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

3/7/19
Don't let pictures fool you

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.

11/27/17
Unprofessional

This property is not right management is Very Unprofessional & to say Rude will be an understatement plus the location is very ruff unsafe

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

Washington Plaza has studios to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $825/mo. to $845/mo.

Can I see a model or tour Washington Plaza?

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What neighborhood is the property located in?

Washington Plaza is in Austin in the city of Chicago. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.7 miles of the property. Five parks are within 3.3 miles, including Austin Town Hall Park, Columbus Park and Field House, and LaFollette Park.

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