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Amenities for 5538 N Paulina St #1, Edgewater
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan | Dryer |
| Freezer | Hardwood Floor |
| Radiant | Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Sewage |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Services
| Garbage | Recycling |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 5538 N Paulina St #1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 20% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Edgewater.
Property Id: 2512985 Beautiful, bright 2-bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent in Andersonville. This roomy, first-floor unit with 6 rooms plus enclosed porch, offers all of the charm of a classic brick three-flat with the spacious living of an oversized lot. Hardwood floors and ceiling fans throughout. Huge living room (16x19) features eight large windows for sunny, natural light. Bedrooms are 13.5 x 10.5 and 12 x 10. Dining room is 12 x 14. The breakfast nook is currently set up as a home office. Communal outdoor space. Located on a quiet residential block just steps from a lively social scene: 1 block from Jewel, 2 blocks from Clark St restaurants and buses, and walking distance from Red Line Bryn Mawr stop. No smoking. No dogs. Cats require extra security deposit. Washer & dryer, dishwasher, heat and lockable storage room are included. Available June 1st. Garage parking available.
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 5538 N Paulina St #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 257 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Edgewater |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60640 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Edgewater
2-bedroom apartments at 5538 N Paulina St #1 cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Edgewater
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,672 |
| 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 | $2,436 |
| February 2026 | $2,425 |
| March 2026 | $2,537 |
| April 2026 | $2,503 |
| May 2026 | $2,550 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,291 |
| June 2024 | $2,332 |
| July 2024 | $2,262 |
| August 2024 | $2,207 |
| September 2024 | $2,100 |
| October 2024 | $2,125 |
| November 2024 | $2,167 |
| December 2024 | $2,187 |
| January 2025 | $2,091 |
| February 2025 | $2,083 |
| March 2025 | $2,214 |
| April 2025 | $2,305 |
| May 2025 | $2,385 |
| June 2025 | $2,363 |
| July 2025 | $2,367 |
| August 2025 | $2,332 |
| September 2025 | $2,249 |
| October 2025 | $2,268 |
| November 2025 | $2,296 |
| December 2025 | $2,258 |
| January 2026 | $2,270 |
| February 2026 | $2,285 |
| March 2026 | $2,358 |
| April 2026 | $2,411 |
| May 2026 | $2,495 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 5538 N Paulina St #1
Peirce School of International Studies
1423 w bryn mawr ave
chicago, IL, 60660
PK, K-8Public
B
Albany Park Community Center
5101 n kimball ave 1
chicago, IL, 60625
PKPublic
North River Elementary School
4416 n troy st
chicago, IL, 60625
PK, K-8Public
C+
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
Edgewater | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 5538 N Paulina St #1
Walking
9/10
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5538 N Paulina St #1, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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