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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- 100% smoke-free
- On-site parking (at additional charge)
- 24-hour fitness center, club room, business center
Location
540 W Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA|Near North Side
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Property Overview
This property features several notable amenities including a smoke-free environment, on-site parking, and a 24-hour fitness center, enhancing comfort and convenience. It's well-situated for an active social life, with numerous restaurants, community gathering spaces, and outdoor areas for pets. Additionally, the accessibility of public transportation and nearby parks supports fitness and environmental sustainability, while provisions for remote work create a conducive atmosphere for productivity.
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- Fireplace
- Images Available
Great for
Wellness
Eco living
Pet owners
Amenities for 540 W Chestnut St, Near North Side
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Forced Air | Freezer |
| Hardwood Floor | Washer/Dryer Hookups |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Alarm System | Cable Ready |
| Wired For Internet |
Building
| Business Center | Cats OK |
| Controlled Building | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Onsite Laundry |
| Roof Deck | Security Cameras |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Lawn |
| Outdoor Space | Swimming Pool |
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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Contact for more information on pet policy.
Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 540 W Chestnut St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Near North Side.
Property Id: 2118571 When you want to be in the city's preeminent work hard/play hard neighborhood, and be right in the middle of it all, you want to live here. Go one block in either direction and you'll find Pops for Champagne, Nordstrom, RPM Italian and Rock Bottom Brewery. On-site, you'll have your own Jewel grocery store and Bed Bath & Beyond, with the CTA Red Line right across the street. This property is also loaded with amenities, including a full-size outdoor pool, hot tub, sundeck, saunas, basketball court and outdoor running track. Of course, there is also a 24-hour fitness center, club room and business center. The building is 100% smoke-free and has a 24-hour security door staff. Parking is available on-site at an additional charge. Cats and dogs are accepted throughout (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 540 W Chestnut St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 3 miles away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Near North Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60610 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Near North Side
2-bedroom apartments at 540 W Chestnut St cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Near North Side
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $2,591 |
| November 2023 | $2,636 |
| 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 | $2,405 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $3,699 |
| November 2023 | $3,596 |
| December 2023 | $3,611 |
| January 2024 | $3,750 |
| February 2024 | $3,920 |
| March 2024 | $3,973 |
| April 2024 | $3,805 |
| May 2024 | $4,070 |
| June 2024 | $4,400 |
| July 2024 | $4,156 |
| August 2024 | $3,991 |
| September 2024 | $3,888 |
| October 2024 | $3,802 |
| November 2024 | $3,732 |
| December 2024 | $3,690 |
| January 2025 | $3,702 |
| February 2025 | $3,733 |
| March 2025 | $3,900 |
| April 2025 | $3,957 |
| May 2025 | $4,126 |
| June 2025 | $4,199 |
| July 2025 | $4,198 |
| August 2025 | $4,128 |
| September 2025 | $4,000 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 540 W Chestnut St
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
North River Elementary School
4416 n troy st
chicago, IL, 60625
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Neighborhood
Near North Side | Chicago, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Chicago near 540 W Chestnut St
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.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 540 W Chestnut St, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there is also a large number of specialist food stores nearby.
Shopping
10/10
A wide variety of fashion stores are within a short walk.
Cafes
9/10
A wide variety of cafés are within a short walk.
Restaurants
9/10
A wide variety of restaurants are within a short walk.
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.
High schools
8/10
The closest high school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.
Parks
8/10
A medium-size park and some other smaller parks in the area.
Nightlife
9/10
A wide variety of bars within a short walk.
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