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Amenities for 5438 W Potomac Ave #2W, Austin
Apartment Amenities
| Breakfast Bar | Central Heat |
| Eat-in Kitchen | Hardwood Floor |
| Pets Negotiable | Tenant Pays All Utilities |
| Walk Up | Walk-in Closet |
| Water & Sewer Included |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Pay Laundry Onsite |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Well Maintained Property |
Services
| Online Tenant Portal |
Neighborhood
| 90+ Walk Score | CTA Train Station Nearby |
| Metra Rail Station Nearby |
Other
| One Year Lease | Online Maintenance Requests |
| Online Rent Payment | Pet Limit |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
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About 5438 W Potomac Ave #2W
5436 W Potomac Ave Unit 1 | 3 Bed / 1 Bath | North Austin Very spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offering a bright layout, hardwood floors, and plenty of room to spread out in Chicago s North Austin neighborhood. This well-maintained unit features a light-filled living area, large bedrooms, and a generous eat-in kitchen with a peninsula that s perfect for cooking and entertaining. Fresh paint and updated finishes help give the apartment a clean, comfortable feel throughout. Apartment features include: 3 spacious bedrooms / 1 full bathroom Large eat-in kitchen with peninsula Hardwood floors throughout Bright living room with great natural light Large foyer with walk-in closet Fresh paint and new blinds Central heat Common laundry in the building Included: Water, trash removal, and maintenance. Conveniently located in the North Austin neighborhood, with access to neighborhood parks, shopping, and public transportation nearby for an easy commute across the ci
Address details
| Neighborhood | Austin |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60651 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Austin
3-bedroom apartments at 5438 W Potomac Ave #2W cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
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Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $3,222 |
| April 2024 | $3,047 |
| May 2024 | $3,130 |
| June 2024 | $3,237 |
| July 2024 | $3,286 |
| August 2024 | $3,019 |
| September 2024 | $3,002 |
| October 2024 | $2,997 |
| November 2024 | $2,921 |
| December 2024 | $2,891 |
| January 2025 | $2,880 |
| February 2025 | $2,917 |
| March 2025 | $2,888 |
| April 2025 | $2,911 |
| May 2025 | $2,944 |
| June 2025 | $2,961 |
| July 2025 | $2,986 |
| August 2025 | $2,854 |
| September 2025 | $2,699 |
| October 2025 | $2,650 |
| November 2025 | $2,839 |
| December 2025 | $2,640 |
| January 2026 | $2,649 |
| February 2026 | $2,751 |
| March 2026 | $2,900 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,375 |
| April 2024 | $1,359 |
| May 2024 | $1,350 |
| June 2024 | $1,382 |
| July 2024 | $1,390 |
| August 2024 | $1,426 |
| September 2024 | $1,438 |
| October 2024 | $1,559 |
| November 2024 | $1,578 |
| December 2024 | $1,650 |
| January 2025 | $1,662 |
| February 2025 | $1,743 |
| March 2025 | $1,740 |
| April 2025 | $1,675 |
| May 2025 | $1,785 |
| June 2025 | $1,880 |
| July 2025 | $1,830 |
| August 2025 | $1,811 |
| September 2025 | $1,770 |
| October 2025 | $1,789 |
| November 2025 | $1,860 |
| December 2025 | $1,699 |
| January 2026 | $1,706 |
| February 2026 | $1,757 |
| March 2026 | $1,700 |
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Schools near 5438 W Potomac Ave #2W
Young Elementary School
1434 n parkside ave
chicago, IL, 60651
PK, K-8Public
C-
Belmont-Cragin Elementary School
5252 w palmer st
chicago, IL, 60639
PK, K-8Public
C-
Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences
1633 north hamlin ave
chicago, IL, 60647
PKPublic
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School
5545 w harrison st
chicago, IL, 60644
K-8Public
C-
Chicago Commons Nia Family Center
744 n monticello ave
chicago, IL, 60624
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Austin | Chicago, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Chicago near 5438 W Potomac Ave #2W
Walking
8/10
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
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5438 W Potomac Ave #2W, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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