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5036 N Wolcott Ave
5036 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, USA

Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
Monthly rent
$2,150–$2,195
Beds2
Baths1
Sqft822
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Notable features include a ceiling fan, dishwasher, white cabinetry, and hardwood flooring. Nearby top-rated elementary and middle schools, 25 photos, and strong value for money add to the appeal, while pet-friendly surroundings, outdoor spaces, and nearby pet services further support convenience.

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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • ceiling fan
  • dishwasher
  • white cabinetry
  • hardwood flooring

Units

5036 N Wolcott Ave Chicago, IL

New Listing

2

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2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,150

Listed on 06/04/2026
Listed by Inez Castro
Days on market: 9
UNIT FEATURES: * Updated Ravenswood 2-bed * One king-sized and one queen-sized bedroom * Galley kitchen * Great natural lighting * Ample closet space * Dishwasher * Ceiling fan * Hardwood flooring Disclaimer: The Apartment Source Call or text: 773.404.9900

New Listing

3

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2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,195

Listed on 06/04/2026
Listed by Eddie Lehman
Days on market: 9
UNIT FEATURES: * Top Floor Sunny Ravenswood 2-bed * Large bedrooms * Ceiling fan * Galley kitchen * Dishwasher * White cabinetry * Great natural lighting * Ample closet space * Hardwood flooring Disclaimer: The Apartment Source Call or text: 773.404.9900

Occupied Units

Occupied

2F

Studio

– Baths

$1,425

Listed by Rikki Mueller
Days on market: 2319
Affordable Ravenswood 2bed/1bath in great location walking distance from Metra, Winnemac Park and Andersonville! Contact Rikki Mueller at 857-225-0029 to schedule a showing. Apartment Features: Central A/C Dishwasher Hardwood flooring Ample closet space Lots of natural light Laundry in building Transit nearby Price listed includes $30/month mandatory service fee Pet Policy: Cats allowed Rikki Mueller 857-225-0029 JMG Management Inc.

Occupied

2 Beds, 1 Bath

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,275

Listed by Lauren Washington
Days on market: 1888
The Perfect Place! Available now in Ravenswood... Updated 2 bed - Great space - Great part of town - Lots of natural light in the large living room - Updated galley kitchen w/ dishwasher - 2 large queen bedrooms - Both bedrooms have good closet space - Updated bath w/ excellent water pressure Great Ravenswood location only a short distance to Winnemac park, shops, restaurant and night life. 2 bus lines around the corner and just under a 1/2 mile to El or Metra. Amenities include: - hardwood floors throughout - newer windows - central air & gas forced heat - laundry room - assigned building engineer NO Security Deposit!

Amenities for 5036 N Wolcott Ave

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

Building
  • Cats Ok
Unit Amenities
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Deck
  • High Ceilings
  • Dishwasher
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Central Heat
  • Walk-In Closets
  • In-Unit Laundry

Policies at 5036 N Wolcott Ave

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 5036 N Wolcott Ave

HomeApartments in ChicagoLincoln Square 5036 N Wolcott Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60640, USA

Check out this charming property located at 5036 N Wolcott Ave in the heart of Lincoln Square, Chicago. This intimate building consists of 4 units, offering a spacious 2-bedroom floorplan with approximately 822 square feet of living space. Residents will appreciate the modern amenities, including ceiling fans, di, white cabinetry, hardwood flooring, ample closet space, and large bedrooms. Enjoy the galley kitchen and take advantage of the balcony/patio and outdoor space. Additional amenities include central heat, on-site laundry, and hardwood floors throughout. As a bonus, this property is pet-friendly! With top-rated schools nearby, including an elementary, middle, and high school with A- or higher ratings, this property offers a great location for those seeking a long-term rental.

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Address details

Units4
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code60640

5036 N Wolcott Ave #3 is great for:

Pet owners

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

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 5036 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Central heat
This address offers a climate controlled environment
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Chicago

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5036 N Wolcott Ave #3 to be 8% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lincoln Square.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Lincoln Square
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,780
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$1,684
June 2026$1,695
A table of studio rental data trends in Lincoln Square
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,295
July 2024$1,330
August 2024$1,378
September 2024$1,338
October 2024$1,296
November 2024$1,295
December 2024$1,295
January 2025$1,335
February 2025$1,390
March 2025$1,369
April 2025$1,343
May 2025$1,350
June 2025$1,350
July 2025$1,357
August 2025$1,355
September 2025$1,362
October 2025$1,395
November 2025$1,372
December 2025$1,308
January 2026$1,299
February 2026$1,342
March 2026$1,395
April 2026$1,416
May 2026$1,422
June 2026$1,450

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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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 5036 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL.
This month$2,1952 bed1 bath
2 years ago$1,6352 bed1 bath
2 years ago$1,6352 bed1 bath
5 years ago$1,2752 bed1 bath
6 years ago$1,3952 bed1 bath
8 years ago$1,2952 bed1 bath
8 years ago$1,3502 bed1 bath
9 years ago$1,3502 bed1 bath

Schools near 5036 N Wolcott Ave #3

McPherson Elementary School

4728 n wolcott ave

chicago, IL, 60640

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

East Prairie Elementary School

7616 e prairie rd

skokie, IL, 60076

PK, K-8Public
A

Baby Toddler Nursery

2200 main st

evanston, IL, 60202

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Lincoln Square | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Chicago near 5036 N Wolcott Ave

Walking

10/10
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

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5036 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-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
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
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

9/10
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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