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Highlights

  • Gourmet kitchen
  • Updated fixtures
  • Heat included
  • Custom cabinetry
  • Contemporary finishes
  • Granite countertops

Location

W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA|Avondale
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Management

ARK Affect LLC

Leasing office

(844) 311-7019 ext. 7450

Property Overview

5453 West Wellington Avenue offers strong overall value, with an 8.6 expert rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a location that adds convenience. Notable features like a gourmet kitchen, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, updated fixtures, contemporary finishes, and heat included align with its appeal for walkable living, nearby transit, work-from-home needs, and sustainability-minded conveniences.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5453 West Wellington Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5453 West Wellington Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Wellington Linder Building - 2953-...1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,700 /moCharming Fully Renovated 1-Bedroom Apartment Available Now! Application Process - $50 Application Fee per person - No security deposit, $300 admin fee per person. - Dogs permitted with pet fee - Cats permitted Welcome to your new home! This beautifully renovated 1-bedroom apartment combines modern luxury with timeless charm, offering you a fresh and stylish living space. Key Features: - Modern Updates: Brand-new flooring, updated fixtures, and a fresh coat of paint throughout. - Gourmet Kitchen: Sleek stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and custom cabinetry. - Spacious Living Area: Open-concept design with ample natural light and space for relaxing or entertaining. - Bedroom: 10'6" x 12 - Elegant Bathroom: Contemporary finishes, a new vanity, and a walk-in shower for a spa-like experience. - Parking: Street parking, Permit 1503 which is always available. - Additional Perks: In-unit washer and dryer, heat INCLUDED, window AC units provided, and large backyard.

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Gas UtilitiesHeat
Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
Water
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About 5453 West Wellington Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoAvondale 5453 West Wellington Avenue

Charming Fully Renovated 1-Bedroom Apartment Available Now! Application Process - $50 Application Fee per person - No security deposit, $300 admin fee per person. - Dogs permitted with pet fee - Cats permitted Welcome to your new home! This beautifully renovated 1-bedroom apartment combines modern luxury with timeless charm, offering you a fresh and stylish living space. Key Features: - Modern Updates: Brand-new flooring, updated fixtures, and a fresh coat of paint throughout. - Gourmet Kitchen: Sleek stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and custom cabinetry. - Spacious Living Area: Open-concept design with ample natural light and space for relaxing or entertaining. - Bedroom: 10'6" x 12 - Elegant Bathroom: Contemporary finishes, a new vanity, and a walk-in shower for a spa-like experience. - Parking: Street parking, Permit 1503 which is always available. - Additional Perks: In-unit washer and dryer, heat INCLUDED, window AC units provided, and large backyard.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5453 West Wellington Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5453 West Wellington Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5453 West Wellington Avenue
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.
5453 West Wellington Avenue 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.
5453 West Wellington Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas utilities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5453 West Wellington Avenue 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.
5453 West Wellington Avenue 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 5453 West Wellington Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

5453 West Wellington Avenue is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 5 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 33 parks within a mile

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 5453 West Wellington Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Avondale

1-bedroom apartments at 5453 West Wellington Avenue cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Avondale.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Avondale
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,835
July 2024$1,931
August 2024$1,691
September 2024$1,682
October 2024$1,630
November 2024$1,568
December 2024$1,501
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,495
March 2025$1,520
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,502
June 2025$1,531
July 2025$1,580
August 2025$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
November 2025$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
February 2026$1,516
March 2026$1,657
April 2026$1,637
May 2026$1,684
June 2026$1,695
A table of studio rental data trends in Avondale
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,295
July 2024$1,248
August 2024$1,192
September 2024$1,170
October 2024$1,143
November 2024$1,160
December 2024$1,258
January 2025$1,295
February 2025$1,573
March 2025$1,317
April 2025$1,435
May 2025$1,429
June 2025$1,478
July 2025$1,395
August 2025$1,351
September 2025$1,333
October 2025$1,548
November 2025$1,574
December 2025$1,301
January 2026$1,295
February 2026$1,331
March 2026$1,295
April 2026$1,259
May 2026$1,200
June 2026$1,537

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near 5453 West Wellington Avenue

Avondale-Logandale Elementary School

3212 w george st

chicago, IL, 60618

PK, K-8Public
C

North River Elementary School

4416 n troy st

chicago, IL, 60625

PK, K-8Public
C+

Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences

1633 north hamlin ave

chicago, IL, 60647

PKPublic

Albany Park Community Center

5101 n kimball ave 1

chicago, IL, 60625

PKPublic

Belmont-Cragin Elementary School

5252 w palmer st

chicago, IL, 60639

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Chicago near W Wellington Ave

Walking

10/10
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

6/10
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 W Wellington Ave, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
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

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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