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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Hardwood floors
- Expansive windows
- Open-concept design
- High ceilings
- Kitchen open to living space
Location
525 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60612, USA|Near West Side
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Property Overview
Hardwood floors, expansive windows, high ceilings, and an open-concept layout create a bright, airy feel, with the kitchen opening directly to the living space for a connected flow. Nearby highly rated middle and high schools add to the appeal for those prioritizing access to well-regarded education 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
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Fitness center
Great for
Wellness
Pet owners
Amenities for 525 S Damen Ave, Near West Side
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
| Washer |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Swimming Pool |
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
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 525 S Damen Ave
Property Id: 2731381 Located in Chicago’s Medical District, this studio apartment offers a well-balanced combination of efficient design and modern finishes in a highly accessible neighborhood near UIC and several major hospitals. All studio units feature hardwood floors and a kitchen open to the living space, creating a cohesive layout that feels both functional and inviting. The open-concept design allows for easy arrangement of living, dining, and sleeping areas, while high ceilings and expansive windows enhance the sense of space and bring in consistent natural light.
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 525 S Damen Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.8 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- Fitness center
- The gym is just a few steps away
- Pool
- Enhanced community features
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Near West Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60612 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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studio apartments at 525 S Damen Ave cost about 5% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Near West Side
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,551 |
| 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 | $1,691 |
| July 2026 | $1,658 |
| August 2026 | $1,650 |
| September 2026 | $1,650 |
| October 2026 | $1,731 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,124 |
| December 2024 | $1,980 |
| January 2025 | $1,976 |
| February 2025 | $2,042 |
| March 2025 | $2,121 |
| April 2025 | $2,190 |
| May 2025 | $2,273 |
| June 2025 | $2,267 |
| July 2025 | $2,256 |
| August 2025 | $2,211 |
| September 2025 | $2,108 |
| October 2025 | $2,092 |
| November 2025 | $2,060 |
| December 2025 | $2,087 |
| January 2026 | $2,112 |
| February 2026 | $2,184 |
| March 2026 | $2,301 |
| April 2026 | $2,339 |
| May 2026 | $2,360 |
| June 2026 | $2,370 |
| July 2026 | $2,354 |
| August 2026 | $2,279 |
| September 2026 | $2,194 |
| October 2026 | $2,265 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $2,364 |
Schools near 525 S Damen Ave
Irving Elementary School
749 s oakley blvd
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-8Public
C
Rudolph Elementary Learning Center
1628 w washington blvd
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-7Public
C+
Chicago Commons Guadalupano Family Center
1814 s paulina ave
chicago, IL, 60608
PKPublic
Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School
3030 w arthington st
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-8Public
C-
Chicago Commons Nia Family Center
744 n monticello ave
chicago, IL, 60624
PKPublic
Getting around Chicago near 525 S Damen Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 525 S Damen Ave, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 525 S Damen Ave
Aum Food Mart
901 S Ashland Ave
Pete's Fresh Market
2333 W Madison St
Jewel-Osco
1220 S Ashland Ave
Conte Di Savoia
1438 W Taylor St
Tri City Foods BK
2401 W Ogden Ave
Artfully Gifted
1950 W Roosevelt Rd
Clarie's Boutique
2257 W Taylor St
City Soles
2445 W Harrison St
Kiwi's Boutique
1015 S Western Ave
Made Clothing LLC
2235 W Warren Blvd
Starbucks
715 S Seeley St
Starbucks
828 S Wolcott Ave
Starbucks
600 S Paulina St
Dunkin'
1713 W Polk St
Cafe Margo
2227 W Taylor St
Buffalo Wild Wings GO
707 S Seeley St
Hawkeye's Bar and Grill
1458 W Taylor St
Billy Goat Tavern & Grill
1535 W Madison St
Vintage Lounge
1449 W Taylor St
Cetta's
1358 W Taylor St
La Fournette
1938 W Lake St
Scafuri Bakery
1337 W Taylor St
Chocolate Gourmet
1633 W Walnut St
Take the Cake
1635 W Walnut St
Esutras
2023 W Carroll Ave
Park
Dog Park
Playground
Park
Playground
Chick-fil-A
713 S Seeley St
Buffalo Wild Wings GO
707 S Seeley St
Auntie Anne's Pretzels
711 S Seeley St
Cinnabon
711 S Seeley St
Carvel
711 S Seeley St
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