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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Central location
- Separate dining room
- Walk-in shower
- Large living room
- One garage parking space
Location
1540 W 17th St #2, Chicago, IL 60608, USA|Lower West Side
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Property Overview
Situated in a central location, this property features a separate dining room, a walk-in shower, and a large living room, complemented by a garage parking space. Its proximity to a top-rated middle school enhances its appeal, while the abundance of nearby pet services and grooming options makes it pet-friendly. With 20 detailed photos available, prospective renters can easily visualize the living spaces and amenities offered.
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
Middle school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1540 W 17th St #2, Lower West Side
Apartment Amenities
| Furnished | Private Office Space |
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
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 |
|---|
Cats and small dogs allowed. Contact for more information on pet policy.
Parking
| Assigned Parking | Contact for Price |
|---|
Required one-time fees
| Move-In Fee | $500 |
|---|---|
Optional fees
| Incidental Fee | $50 |
|---|---|
| One-time fee | |
Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 6+ months |
|---|
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About 1540 W 17th St #2
AVAILABLE JANUARY 1ST, 2026 - Fully furnished, second floor 2 bed 1 bath apartment with an office for rent in sunny Pilsen. Large living room and separate dining room. Private office space with a contemporary barn door. Bathroom features subway tile walls, a walk-in shower with a modern sliding glass door, and an integrated bluetooth speaker system. One garage parking space is included. This apartment is located one mile from the Illinois Medical District. It's central location and close proximity to expressways (I-290, I-90, I-55) makes it easy to get around and access any part of the city. It's also just 3 miles from downtown, a 5 min walk to the CTA pink line station, and steps from 18th street art galleries, restaurants, parks, and grocery stores. Come live in one of the coolest neighborhoods in Chicago! -Application fee (Credit & Background Check) is $47 per adult over the age of 18. -650+ credit score required for all occupants. -Minimum 32 day stay -Prior/current housing provider references. -Employment & Income verification. -Income must be at least 3 times the monthly rent. -One time $500 non-refundable move in fee and $200 pet fee (per pet). -Renters insurance required.
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 1540 W 17th St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lower West Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60608 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lower West Side
2-bedroom apartments at 1540 W 17th St #2 cost about 34% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Lower West Side
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $2,595 |
| October 2023 | $2,591 |
| November 2023 | $2,636 |
| December 2023 | $2,691 |
| January 2024 | $2,724 |
| February 2024 | $2,722 |
| March 2024 | $2,929 |
| April 2024 | $2,662 |
| May 2024 | $2,648 |
| June 2024 | $2,764 |
| 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 | $2,396 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,600 |
| October 2023 | $1,600 |
| November 2023 | $1,625 |
| December 2023 | $1,764 |
| January 2024 | $1,800 |
| February 2024 | $1,837 |
| March 2024 | $1,863 |
| April 2024 | $1,810 |
| May 2024 | $1,850 |
| June 2024 | $1,814 |
| July 2024 | $1,743 |
| August 2024 | $1,745 |
| September 2024 | $1,728 |
| October 2024 | $1,695 |
| November 2024 | $1,697 |
| December 2024 | $1,690 |
| January 2025 | $1,686 |
| February 2025 | $1,737 |
| March 2025 | $1,763 |
| April 2025 | $1,794 |
| May 2025 | $1,835 |
| June 2025 | $1,843 |
| July 2025 | $1,830 |
| August 2025 | $1,818 |
| September 2025 | $1,871 |
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Can I afford to live at 1540 W 17th St #2?
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.| 6 months ago | $2,500 |
| 11 months ago | $2,500 |
| 1 year ago | $2,500 |
Schools near 1540 W 17th St #2
Pilsen Elementary Community Academy
1420 w 17th st
chicago, IL, 60608
PK, K-8Public
C
Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School
3030 w arthington st
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-8Public
C-
Thomas Early Childhood Center
3625 s hoyne ave
chicago, IL, 60609
PKPublic
Skinner North Elementary School
640 w scott st
chicago, IL, 60610
K-8Public
A-
Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center
160 w wendell st
chicago, IL, 60610
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Chicago near 1540 W 17th St #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
9/10
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 1540 W 17th St #2, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
VaVariety of bars within walking distance
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