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Amenities for 1542 W Chestnut St #3F, West Town
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Furnace (Gas Forced Air) |
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1542 W Chestnut St #3F
Sweet deal!
This listing is 22% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in West Town.
West Town Address just North of Chicago Ave and East of Ashland Ave | 8 Minute Walk to Wicker Park's Division Blue Line L Train Station | AVAILABLE as soon as AUGUST 1st | Well-Maintained West Town TOP FLOOR FLOOR Bright TWO Bedroom with a HUGE Private Deck! | CENTRAL A/C & Heat | Hardwood Floors in the Roomy Living/Kitchen Combo Space | Queen-Sized Bedrooms | Private Deck AND Shared Yard | Common Area Coin Laundry | Professionally Managed | Amazon Key equipped Building | $50/pp Application Fee | Minimum Approval Requirements: 700+ credit score- Verifiable Gross Income being 3X the Rental Amount- Good Landlord History | NO SECURITY DEPOSIT- $400.00 Move-In Fee | Sorry, Cats ONLY Allowed | Water & Trash included
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 1542 W Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
Address details
| Neighborhood | West Town |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60642 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in West Town
2-bedroom apartments at 1542 W Chestnut St #3F cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
West Town
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,705 |
| 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 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,428 |
| December 2025 | $2,346 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,563 |
| January 2024 | $2,525 |
| February 2024 | $2,497 |
| March 2024 | $2,497 |
| April 2024 | $2,461 |
| May 2024 | $2,516 |
| June 2024 | $2,550 |
| July 2024 | $2,500 |
| August 2024 | $2,560 |
| September 2024 | $2,589 |
| October 2024 | $2,598 |
| November 2024 | $2,634 |
| December 2024 | $2,512 |
| January 2025 | $2,547 |
| February 2025 | $2,500 |
| March 2025 | $2,497 |
| April 2025 | $2,548 |
| May 2025 | $2,498 |
| June 2025 | $2,498 |
| July 2025 | $2,544 |
| August 2025 | $2,557 |
| September 2025 | $2,541 |
| October 2025 | $2,656 |
| November 2025 | $2,788 |
| December 2025 | $2,776 |
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Can I afford to live at 1542 W Chestnut St #3F?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 months ago | $1,575 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $1,575 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $1,575 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,925 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,925 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,925 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,925 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,925 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,150 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1542 W Chestnut St #3F
Otis Elementary School
525 n armour st
chicago, IL, 60642
PK, K-8Public
C
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+
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
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Neighborhood
West Town | Chicago, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.
Getting around Chicago near 1542 W Chestnut St #3F
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
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1542 W Chestnut St #3F, 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
8/10
Several 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
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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