5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Stainless steel appliances
- Large windows
- Shared laundry
- Updated kitchen
- Beautiful hardwood floors
Location
2520 W Belle Plaine Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60618, USA|North Center
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Property Overview
Featuring stainless steel appliances, large windows, and beautiful hardwood floors, this unit showcases an updated kitchen and convenient shared laundry facilities. Its high value per square foot makes it a competitive option in the market, while the nearby amenities for pets, including grooming services, parks, and supply stores, enhance its appeal for pet owners. With an abundance of photos available, prospective renters can easily envision themselves in this welcoming space.
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
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Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 2520 W Belle Plaine Ave #2, North Center
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Radiator Heat |
| Water & Sewer Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 2520 W Belle Plaine Ave #2
Come check out this sunny and bright first-floor one-bedroom apartment in the heart of North Center! This charming corner unit offers beautiful hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with marble countertops, and stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher. Large windows fill the space with natural light throughout the day. Enjoy the convenience of shared laundry in the building. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street with easy access to the 80 (Irving Park) and 49 (Western) buses, plus quick connections to the CTA Brown Line. Just blocks from Walgreens, Jewel, Dulce De Leche, Sticky Rice, great cafes, restaurants, and Burning Bush Brewery. Cats welcome—sorry, no dogs!
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 2520 W Belle Plaine Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 350 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | North Center |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60618 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in North Center
1-bedroom apartments at 2520 W Belle Plaine Ave #2 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
North Center
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,339 |
| April 2024 | $2,180 |
| May 2024 | $2,248 |
| June 2024 | $2,337 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,210 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,952 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,013 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,615 |
| April 2024 | $1,606 |
| May 2024 | $1,695 |
| June 2024 | $1,797 |
| July 2024 | $1,724 |
| August 2024 | $1,656 |
| September 2024 | $1,633 |
| October 2024 | $1,578 |
| November 2024 | $1,639 |
| December 2024 | $1,743 |
| January 2025 | $1,741 |
| February 2025 | $1,709 |
| March 2025 | $1,672 |
| April 2025 | $1,783 |
| May 2025 | $1,849 |
| June 2025 | $1,910 |
| July 2025 | $1,875 |
| August 2025 | $1,871 |
| September 2025 | $1,782 |
| October 2025 | $1,628 |
| November 2025 | $1,756 |
| December 2025 | $1,803 |
| January 2026 | $1,843 |
| February 2026 | $1,895 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| This month | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,499 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,499 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,499 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,499 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 2520 W Belle Plaine Ave #2
Coonley Elementary School
4046 n leavitt st
chicago, IL, 60618
K-8Public
A-
North River Elementary School
4416 n troy st
chicago, IL, 60625
PK, K-8Public
C+
Albany Park Community Center
5101 n kimball ave 1
chicago, IL, 60625
PKPublic
Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences
1633 north hamlin ave
chicago, IL, 60647
PKPublic
Belmont-Cragin Elementary School
5252 w palmer st
chicago, IL, 60639
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood
North Center | Chicago, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Chicago near 2520 W Belle Plaine Ave #2
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 2520 W Belle Plaine Ave #2, Chicago
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
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
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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