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1253 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA|South Loop
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Amenities for 1253 S Michigan Ave, South Loop
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Forced Air |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Swimming Pool |
Services
| Door Attendant |
Neighborhood
| Street |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1253 S Michigan Ave
Property Id: 2591489 SOUTH LOOP APARTMENT FEATURES Balcony-Some Units Central Air-Yes Dishwasher-All Dogs-No Weight Limit Fitness Center Flooring-Hardwood Only Garage High-Rise Laundry- W/D In Unit Luxury Property Pool-Outdoor Security-24 Hour Doorman Smoking-No Stove-Electric
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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 1253 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Loop |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60605 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in South Loop
2-bedroom apartments at 1253 S Michigan Ave cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
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Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,845 |
| July 2024 | $2,862 |
| August 2024 | $2,702 |
| September 2024 | $2,706 |
| October 2024 | $2,704 |
| November 2024 | $2,621 |
| December 2024 | $2,508 |
| January 2025 | $2,470 |
| February 2025 | $2,498 |
| March 2025 | $2,508 |
| April 2025 | $2,495 |
| May 2025 | $2,498 |
| June 2025 | $2,498 |
| July 2025 | $2,550 |
| August 2025 | $2,491 |
| September 2025 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,428 |
| December 2025 | $2,348 |
| January 2026 | $2,436 |
| February 2026 | $2,425 |
| March 2026 | $2,537 |
| April 2026 | $2,503 |
| May 2026 | $2,574 |
| June 2026 | $2,595 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,990 |
| July 2024 | $3,020 |
| August 2024 | $2,932 |
| September 2024 | $2,978 |
| October 2024 | $2,949 |
| November 2024 | $2,961 |
| December 2024 | $2,849 |
| January 2025 | $2,865 |
| February 2025 | $2,947 |
| March 2025 | $3,002 |
| April 2025 | $3,023 |
| May 2025 | $3,154 |
| June 2025 | $3,237 |
| July 2025 | $3,286 |
| August 2025 | $3,168 |
| September 2025 | $3,174 |
| October 2025 | $3,099 |
| November 2025 | $2,982 |
| December 2025 | $2,983 |
| January 2026 | $3,019 |
| February 2026 | $3,075 |
| March 2026 | $3,156 |
| April 2026 | $3,141 |
| May 2026 | $3,217 |
| June 2026 | $3,245 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $3,755 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $4,380 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,710 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,387 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,514 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,510 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $1,852 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $1,852 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1253 S Michigan Ave
South Loop Elementary School
1212 s plymouth ct
chicago, IL, 60605
PK, K-8Public
B+
Bridgeport Child Development Center
3053 s normal ave
chicago, IL, 60616
PKPublic
Chicago Commons Guadalupano Family Center
1814 s paulina ave
chicago, IL, 60608
PKPublic
Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center
160 w wendell st
chicago, IL, 60610
PK, K-8Public
C+
Rudolph Elementary Learning Center
1628 w washington blvd
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-7Public
C+
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Neighborhood
South Loop | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 1253 S Michigan Ave
Walking
10/10
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
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1253 S Michigan Ave, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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