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856 Woodlawn Ave #Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
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Amenities for 856 Woodlawn Ave
Features
| Carpet | Dryer |
| Forced Air | Hardwood Floor |
| Tile |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Garbage | Recycling |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 856 Woodlawn Ave
Property Id: 2439078 Located in the sought-after Prairie Lakes area, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home combines comfort and convenience. Just minutes from downtown Des Plaines, the Metra, shopping, dining, parks, walking paths, and the Prairie Lakes Aquatic & Recreation Center. Served by Forest Elementary and Iroquois Community School. This move-in-ready two-story home features hardwood floors, a kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances, two bedrooms on the main level and two upstairs, plus a basement with exterior access for added flexibility. Enjoy a charming front porch, yard space, and a two-car detached garage all in a quiet neighborhood close to everything. Renter is responsible for water, gas, electricity, garbage and lawn maintenance.
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 856 Woodlawn Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 60016 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Des Plaines
4-bedroom apartments at 856 Woodlawn Ave cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Des Plaines.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Des Plaines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,500 |
| June 2024 | $4,500 |
| August 2025 | $8,318 |
| September 2025 | $8,334 |
| October 2025 | $6,205 |
| November 2025 | $5,180 |
| December 2025 | $5,424 |
| January 2026 | $5,363 |
| February 2026 | $5,414 |
| March 2026 | $5,353 |
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4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 856 Woodlawn Ave
Forest Elementary School
1375 s 5th ave
des plaines, IL, 60018
PK, K-5Public
B+
Iroquois Community School
1836 e touhy ave
des plaines, IL, 60018
K-8Public
A
Early Learning Center
10000 dee rd
des plaines, IL, 60016
PKPublic
Prairie Trails School
805 n burning bush ln
mt prospect, IL, 60056
PK, KPublic
The Early Learning Center
1900 w lonnquist blvd
mt prospect, IL, 60056
PKPublic
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NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Des Plaines near 856 Woodlawn Ave #Des Plaines
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 856 Woodlawn Ave #Des Plaines, Des Plaines
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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