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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Spacious closets
- In-unit washers and dryers
- 100% smoke-free
- Package receiving
Location
342 N Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA|Near West Side
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Property Overview
The property at 342 N Desplaines St offers spacious closets, in-unit washers and dryers, and a 100% smoke-free environment, enhancing comfort and convenience. Its prime location is ideal for remote work with numerous office supply stores and high-speed internet options nearby, while providing vibrant social opportunities with restaurants, cultural venues, and local events just a short distance away. Pet-friendly amenities and access to various fitness and wellness facilities further contribute to an active lifestyle in the area.
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
Images Available- Package service
Great for
Work-from-home
Wellness
Social life
Amenities for 342 N Desplaines St, Near West Side
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Dryer |
| Forced Air | Freezer |
| Linoleum Vinyl |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready | Wired For Internet |
Building
| Business Center | Cats OK |
| Controlled Building | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Security Cameras |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Swimming Pool |
Services
| Package Service |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
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
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 342 N Desplaines St
Property Id: 1255555 Price is net effective of a promotion! Located right between the bustling River North neighborhood to the east and the booming meat packing district of West Loop to the south. With easy access to the CTA Blue, Green and Pink Lines, as well as the 90/94 Expressway, it is hard to beat this location for getting around. Outdoor pool, cabana and fire pit are complemented by outdoor grilling stations. Fitness center, club room and resident business center. The building is 100% smoke-free, has 24-hour security door staffing, and an on-site dry cleaner and package receiving. Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and gas stoves, as well as in-unit washers and dryers and spacious closets. 2 bedroom apartments have balconies. Parking is available on-site at an additional charge. Cats are accepted throughout and dogs are welcome on select floors (dog breed restrictions apply but there is no weight limit).
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 342 N Desplaines St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Near West Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60661 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Near West Side
2-bedroom apartments at 342 N Desplaines St cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Near West Side
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,414 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $3,521 |
| January 2024 | $3,507 |
| February 2024 | $3,890 |
| March 2024 | $4,161 |
| April 2024 | $3,685 |
| May 2024 | $3,590 |
| June 2024 | $3,623 |
| July 2024 | $3,739 |
| August 2024 | $3,690 |
| September 2024 | $3,951 |
| October 2024 | $3,647 |
| November 2024 | $3,408 |
| December 2024 | $3,318 |
| January 2025 | $3,345 |
| February 2025 | $3,464 |
| March 2025 | $3,588 |
| April 2025 | $3,700 |
| May 2025 | $3,800 |
| June 2025 | $3,728 |
| July 2025 | $3,733 |
| August 2025 | $3,640 |
| September 2025 | $3,534 |
| October 2025 | $3,528 |
| November 2025 | $3,468 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $3,200 |
| 2 years ago | $3,597 |
Schools near 342 N Desplaines St
Skinner Elementary School
111 s throop st
chicago, IL, 60607
PK, K-8Public
A-
Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center
160 w wendell st
chicago, IL, 60610
PK, K-8Public
C+
Skinner North Elementary School
640 w scott st
chicago, IL, 60610
K-8Public
A-
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
Near West Side | 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 342 N Desplaines St
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
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 342 N Desplaines St, Chicago
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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