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1639 Oakwood Avenue
1639 Oakwood Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA

Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
Monthly rent
$1,850–$1,950Based on a 12-month lease.
Beds2
Baths1
Sqft0–900
modified
2 Days Ago

Property Overview

Located in Des Plaines, this property offers proximity to a top-rated elementary school just 0.22 miles away, enhancing its appeal for educational needs. Additionally, it provides a comfortable living environment with several attractive features, making it a well-rounded choice for various lifestyles. Furthermore, its location and amenities present strong potential for both personal enjoyment and investment value.

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
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • wifi
  • extra storage
  • quiet street
  • laundry
  • updated kitchen and bath

Units

1639 Oakwood Avenue Des Plaines, IL

New Listing

203

Our team has verified this company

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,950

Listed on 09/05/2025
Listed by Apartment Source
Days on market: 2
Disclaimer: The Apartment Source Call or text: 773.404.9900

Available

201

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,850

Listed on 08/14/2025
Listed by Julia Denisova
Days on market: 24
Experience convenient and comfortable living in this top-floor 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located in downtown Des Plaines. **Highlights:** - **Location**: Quiet street with balcony and nice views - **Access**: Walk to train, park, and downtown attractions and shops - **Building**: Secure building with super onsite, laundry, and extra storage on the 1st floor - **Utilities**: Heat, water, and trash included; tenant pays for electricity and WiFi **Features:** - **Interior**: A/C in the living room, updated kitchen and bath, and extra storage on the 1st floor - **Balcony**: Enjoy nice views from the top floor - **Pets**: Cats allowed, no dogs **Lease Terms:** - **Duration**: 1-year lease, no short term - **Pets**: Cats okay, no dogs - **Fees**: No brokers fee - **Cosigners**: Allowed - **Credit and Income**: Credit and income requirements apply Don't miss out on this opportunity to live in a fantastic location with all the amenities you need. Call or apply online today!

Amenities for 1639 Oakwood Avenue

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • Storage
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Balcony
  • Air Conditioning
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Assigned Parking
  • Carpet
  • In-Unit Laundry

Policies at 1639 Oakwood Avenue

Dog policy

Not Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 

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Parking

Assigned ParkingContact for Price
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About 1639 Oakwood Avenue

HomeApartments in Des Plaines 1639 Oakwood Ave #203, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA

Check out 1639 Oakwood Ave in Des Plaines, IL, a charming property offering 11 units, with 2-bedroom floorplans spanning around 900 square feet. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including WiFi, extra storage, and updated kitchens and baths. Take advantage of the on-site laundry, outdoor space, and private balcony or patio. This pet-friendly property is situated on a quiet street, near top-rated schools, including two elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school, all with A- or higher ratings. With its long-term rentals, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living arrangement.

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Address details

Units11
Units available2
City
Zip code60016

1639 Oakwood Ave #203 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property

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 1639 Oakwood Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Pet friendly
Rentals at this address allow pets

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Rent trends in Des Plaines

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1639 Oakwood Ave #203 to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Des Plaines.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Des Plaines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Plaines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,755
December 2023$1,740
March 2024$2,010
April 2024$2,011
May 2024$1,983
June 2024$2,020
July 2024$2,086
September 2024$1,873
October 2024$1,739
November 2024$1,964
December 2024$2,039
June 2025$1,874
July 2025$1,805
August 2025$1,851

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1639 Oakwood Ave, Des Plaines, IL.
This month$1,9502 bed1 bath
This month$1,9502 bed1 bath
This month$1,9502 bed1 bath
1 year ago$1,8002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$1,6002 bed1 bath
3 years ago$1,3252 bed1 bath
3 years ago$1,8003 bed1.5 bath
4 years ago$1,3002 bed1 bath
4 years ago$1,3002 bed1 bath

Schools near 1639 Oakwood Ave #203

Central Elementary School

1526 e thacker st

des plaines, IL, 60016

K-5Public
A

Iroquois Community School

1836 e touhy ave

des plaines, IL, 60018

K-8Public
A
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Getting around Des Plaines near 1639 Oakwood Avenue

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1639 Oakwood Avenue, Des Plaines

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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