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2542 N Newcastle Ave, Chicago, IL 60707, USA|Montclare
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Property Overview
2542 N Newcastle delivers strong overall quality with an expert rating of 8.5/10, highlighted by an excellent 10/10 price score that reflects outstanding value for what you get. With high marks for amenities and location (both 9/10), including a shared laundry room and convenient access to everyday necessities and transportation a few miles away, it supports an elevated day-to-day living experience. A trustworthiness rating of 7/10 indicates clear, detailed listing information that helps set accurate expectations.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | $1,950 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover 2542 N Newcastle, a spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Chicago, IL. This unit offers updated finishes and convenient access to a shared laundry room and available parking space. Well-maintained and thoughtfully updated, the property provides a comfortable layout and practical amenities for easy daily living. Located in a residential area with local services nearby, 2542 N Newcastle is a straightforward option for those seeking a spacious apartment with essential conveniences. * 650 Minimum credit score * Credit & Background check required * Minimum monthly income, 3x amount of rent * $150 Application fee per adult * Minimum 1 year lease * NO Security Deposit * $500 Move-in/Move-out fee (non-refundable) |
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Amenities for 2542 N Newcastle
Apartment Amenities
| Renovated |
Building
| Onsite Laundry | Shared Laundry Room |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Neighborhood
| Quiet Neighborhood |
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Policies and fees
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 2542 N Newcastle
Discover 2542 N Newcastle, a spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Chicago, IL. This unit offers updated finishes and convenient access to a shared laundry room and available parking space. Well-maintained and thoughtfully updated, the property provides a comfortable layout and practical amenities for easy daily living. Located in a residential area with local services nearby, 2542 N Newcastle is a straightforward option for those seeking a spacious apartment with essential conveniences. * 650 Minimum credit score * Credit & Background check required * Minimum monthly income, 3x amount of rent * $150 Application fee per adult * Minimum 1 year lease * NO Security Deposit * $500 Move-in/Move-out fee (non-refundable)
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 2542 N Newcastle is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2542 N Newcastle has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
2542 N Newcastle offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
2542 N Newcastle goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2542 N Newcastle receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2542 N Newcastle is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 2542 N Newcastle does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
2542 N Newcastle provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 2542 N Newcastle compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Montclare
3-bedroom apartments at 2542 N Newcastle cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Montclare.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Montclare
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,349 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,210 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,952 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,041 |
| March 2026 | $2,232 |
| April 2026 | $2,219 |
| May 2026 | $2,257 |
| June 2026 | $2,210 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,315 |
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Can I afford to live at 2542 N Newcastle Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$78,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,950.
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Schools near 2542 N Newcastle
Josephine Locke Elementary School
2828 n oak park ave
chicago, IL, 60634
PK, K-8Public
C+
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-
River Grove Elementary School
2650 thatcher ave
river grove, IL, 60171
PK, K-8Public
B
Rhodes Elementary School
8931 fullerton ave
river grove, IL, 60171
PK, K-8Public
C
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Neighborhood
Montclare | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 2542 N Newcastle Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
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 2542 N Newcastle Ave, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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