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Pet Friendly
Location
1200 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA|Near West Side
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Property Overview
Located just a short distance from highly-rated schools, this property features convenient access to resources for fitness and wellness, including an on-site pool, fitness center, and numerous farmers markets. It also offers a pet-friendly environment, with several parks, pet hospitals, and supply stores in proximity, along with the essential amenity of parking.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
Great for
Wellness
Pet owners
Amenities for 1200 S Blue Island Ave, Near West Side
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Concrete |
| Dryer | Freezer |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Alarm System | Wired For Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Building |
| Dogs OK | Fitness Center |
| Security Cameras | Wall |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Off-Street Parking |
| Swimming Pool |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1200 S Blue Island Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 16% below the median price for studio apartments in Near West Side.
Property Id: 2048332 *Price is net effective of current promotion To qualify all applicants must have: - Ability to provide proof of income with past 2 paystubs or 3 months of bank statements that are (minimum&total) 3x amount of market rent. -Minimum credit score of 650 with no delinquencies (Co-signers are allowed for assistance in credit approval). For me to better assist you, please have the answers to the following questions: When is your move date?(is it flexible, if so how far in either direction)? Any pets(weight and breed)? Need parking? Budget(just rent)? What neighborhoods are you primarily interested in? Have you toured any properties yet?(so that I don't double up on my research) When are you available for a showing? For fastest response, please call or text Molly at 312-805-6567!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1200 S Blue Island Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Near West Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60608 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Near West Side
studio apartments at 1200 S Blue Island Ave cost about 16% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Near West Side
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,565 |
| January 2024 | $1,595 |
| February 2024 | $1,627 |
| March 2024 | $1,926 |
| April 2024 | $1,745 |
| May 2024 | $1,751 |
| June 2024 | $1,764 |
| July 2024 | $1,931 |
| August 2024 | $1,691 |
| September 2024 | $1,682 |
| October 2024 | $1,630 |
| November 2024 | $1,568 |
| December 2024 | $1,501 |
| January 2025 | $1,483 |
| February 2025 | $1,495 |
| March 2025 | $1,520 |
| April 2025 | $1,512 |
| May 2025 | $1,502 |
| June 2025 | $1,531 |
| July 2025 | $1,580 |
| August 2025 | $1,516 |
| September 2025 | $1,473 |
| October 2025 | $1,495 |
| November 2025 | $1,506 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,098 |
| January 2024 | $2,024 |
| February 2024 | $1,995 |
| March 2024 | $2,013 |
| April 2024 | $2,092 |
| May 2024 | $2,183 |
| June 2024 | $2,234 |
| July 2024 | $2,236 |
| August 2024 | $2,216 |
| September 2024 | $2,312 |
| October 2024 | $2,106 |
| November 2024 | $2,128 |
| December 2024 | $1,980 |
| January 2025 | $1,976 |
| February 2025 | $2,042 |
| March 2025 | $2,121 |
| April 2025 | $2,190 |
| May 2025 | $2,273 |
| June 2025 | $2,267 |
| July 2025 | $2,256 |
| August 2025 | $2,211 |
| September 2025 | $2,108 |
| October 2025 | $2,092 |
| November 2025 | $2,058 |
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Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $1,800 |
Schools near 1200 S Blue Island Ave
Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School
3030 w arthington st
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-8Public
C-
Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center
160 w wendell st
chicago, IL, 60610
PK, K-8Public
C+
Skinner North Elementary School
640 w scott st
chicago, IL, 60610
K-8Public
A-
Thomas Early Childhood Center
3625 s hoyne ave
chicago, IL, 60609
PKPublic
Christopher Elementary School
5042 s artesian ave
chicago, IL, 60632
K-8Public
C
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Getting around Chicago near 1200 S Blue Island Ave
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1200 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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