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4036 N California Ave
4036 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA

House for rent
Monthly rent
$1,400
Beds1
Baths1
Sqft–
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Property Overview

A well-documented listing with 14 photos, making it easier to quickly understand the layout, finishes, and overall condition. Notable features and pros work together to highlight practical details and visual clarity, supporting more confident comparisons with other nearby options.

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

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Highlights

  • Zero Deposit

Units

4036 N California Ave Chicago, IL

New Listing

306

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,400

Listed on 05/22/2026
Listed by Peter Kozak
Days on market: 2
Property Status: Active Top floor one bedroom unit with small den across from Horner Park. One assigned parking space included in monthly rent. Heat, water & trash also included. Spacious layout with a large living room, great closet space, and a large bedroom that can fit a king size bed. Carpet throughout. No security deposit, non-refundable admin fee in lieu of security deposit. Sorry no pets & no smoking. Coin Laundry in the building. Rent can be no more than 30% of income. Owner is VERY strict with verification of employment, min credit score is 680, no negatives WHATSOEVER on credit report or applicant will be turned down. Unit is ready to go. Office Phone: (872) 588-0505 Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

New Listing

301

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,400

Listed on 05/22/2026
Listed by Peter Kozak
Days on market: 2
Property Status: Active Top floor one bedroom unit with small den across from Horner Park. One assigned parking space included in monthly rent. Heat, water & trash also included. Spacious layout with a large living room, great closet space, and a large bedroom that can fit a king size bed. Carpet throughout. No security deposit, non-refundable admin fee in lieu of security deposit. Sorry no pets & no smoking. Coin Laundry in the building. Rent can be no more than 30% of income. Owner is VERY strict with verification of employment, min credit score is 680, no negatives WHATSOEVER on credit report or applicant will be turned down. Office Phone: (872) 588-0505 Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Amenities for 4036 N California Ave

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

Building
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Storage
Unit Amenities
  • Assigned Parking
  • Carpet
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Dishwasher
  • Air Conditioning

Policies at 4036 N California Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 4036 N California Ave

HomeHouses in Chicago 4036 N California Ave #306, Chicago, IL 60618, USA

Check out this charming property located at 4036 N California Ave in the heart of Irving Park, Chicago! This intimate building consists of 6 units, offering a cozy 1-bedroom floorplan. Residents can enjoy a range of convenient amenities, including no fees, security deposit, storage, and on-site laundry facilities. Plus, the location is highly sought after, with top-rated schools nearby, including an elementary, middle, and high school, all with A- or higher ratings. With long-term rentals only, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living situation. One of the biggest advantages of this property is its excellent location, providing easy access to local amenities and services.

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Address details

Units6
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code60618

4036 N California Ave #306 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 32 parks within a mile

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 4036 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Chicago

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 12% lower than 1-bedrooms in Irving Park.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Irving Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,764
July 2024$1,931
August 2024$1,691
September 2024$1,682
October 2024$1,630
November 2024$1,568
December 2024$1,501
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,495
March 2025$1,520
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,502
June 2025$1,531
July 2025$1,580
August 2025$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
November 2025$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
February 2026$1,516
March 2026$1,657
April 2026$1,637
May 2026$1,676
A table of studio rental data trends in Irving Park
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,052
July 2024$1,067
August 2024$1,052
September 2024$1,100
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,100
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,100
February 2025$1,100
March 2025$1,162
April 2025$1,234
May 2025$1,170
June 2025$1,161
July 2025$1,200
August 2025$1,198
September 2025$1,198
October 2025$1,197
November 2025$1,169
December 2025$1,200
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,157
March 2026$1,143
April 2026$1,212
May 2026$1,283

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,400.
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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 4036 N California Ave, Chicago, IL.
1 year ago$1,3001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$1,3001 bed1 bath
5 years ago$1,0251 bed1 bath
5 years ago$1,0251 bed1 bath
5 years ago$1,0251 bed1 bath
5 years ago$1,0251 bed1 bath
5 years ago$1,0001 bed1 bath
5 years ago$1,0001 bed1 bath
6 years ago$9251 bed1 bath

Schools near 4036 N California Ave #306

Bateman Elementary School

4220 n richmond st

chicago, IL, 60618

PK, K-8Public
B-

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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Getting around Chicago near 4036 N California Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
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 4036 N California Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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