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Highlights
- Spacious living room
- Eat-in kitchen
- Custom-made cabinets
- Gas heat
- Two generous-sized bedrooms
- Newer windows
Location
5501 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA|Lincoln Square
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Amenities for 5501 N California Ave, Lincoln Square
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
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About 5501 N California Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 23% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Lincoln Square.
Ready to Move In! Freshly painted corner unit with beautiful hardwood floors and a warm, inviting layout. This cozy home features: * Spacious living room filled with natural sunlight * Enclosed heated porch that can serve as an additional bedroom, office, or family room * Two generous-sized bedrooms * Eat-in kitchen with plenty of custom-made cabinets for storage * Newer windows and * Gas heat with central A/C Enjoy the convenience of separate basement storage, washer/dryer in the basement, and low assessments and taxes. Perfect location near transportation, shopping, Swedish Hospital, and more. Don't miss out-schedule your showing today
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 5501 N California Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 350 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Extra Storage
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lincoln Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60625 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lincoln Square
2-bedroom apartments at 5501 N California Ave cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Lincoln Square
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,428 |
| December 2025 | $2,348 |
| January 2026 | $2,425 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,092 |
| March 2024 | $2,056 |
| April 2024 | $2,136 |
| May 2024 | $2,214 |
| June 2024 | $2,223 |
| July 2024 | $2,253 |
| August 2024 | $2,267 |
| September 2024 | $2,250 |
| October 2024 | $2,267 |
| November 2024 | $2,220 |
| December 2024 | $2,237 |
| January 2025 | $2,265 |
| February 2025 | $2,184 |
| March 2025 | $2,219 |
| April 2025 | $2,309 |
| May 2025 | $2,295 |
| June 2025 | $2,262 |
| July 2025 | $2,207 |
| August 2025 | $2,336 |
| September 2025 | $2,366 |
| October 2025 | $2,256 |
| November 2025 | $2,221 |
| December 2025 | $2,165 |
| January 2026 | $2,262 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5501 N California Ave
Jamieson Elementary School
5650 n mozart st
chicago, IL, 60659
PK, K-8Public
B+
North River Elementary School
4416 n troy st
chicago, IL, 60625
PK, K-8Public
C+
Beard Elementary School
6445 w strong st
chicago, IL, 60656
PK, K-3Public
B+
Chicago Academy Elementary School
3400 n austin ave
chicago, IL, 60634
PK, K-8Public
B-
Belmont-Cragin Elementary School
5252 w palmer st
chicago, IL, 60639
PK, K-8Public
C-
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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 5501 N California Ave
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5501 N California Ave, Chicago
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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