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Highlights

  • Tree-lined streets
  • Three spacious bedrooms
  • Modern, fully-equipped bathroom
  • Sleek, contemporary touch

Location

1243 S Karlov Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA|North Lawndale
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Management

Stenneth Capital

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(312) 772-8380

Property Overview

1243 S Karlov offers a strong overall value with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, driven by standout scores for price, amenities, and location. Notable features include tree-lined streets, three spacious bedrooms, and a modern, fully-equipped bathroom, while its top-tier value per square foot and close proximity to a highly rated high school add to its appeal.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1243 S Karlov is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1243 S Karlov 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
  • High school nearby
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath2,200 sqft$2,000 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 1243 S Karlov, a newly renovated gem nestled in the heart of Chicago, IL. This west side apartment offers three spacious bedrooms and a modern, fully-equipped bathroom. The apartment is situated in a charming, small building that houses only three apartments, ensuring a sense of community and exclusivity. The location is unbeatable, with the United Center and Costco just a 10-minute drive away, making your lifestyle both convenient and exciting. The apartment itself boasts stainless steel appliances, adding a sleek, contemporary touch to your living space. Step outside and you'll be greeted by tree-lined streets, adding a touch of nature to the urban setting. Experience the perfect blend of city living and homely comfort at 1243 S Karlov.

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Amenities for 1243 S Karlov

Apartment Amenities

Newly Renovated

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Services

Water and Trash

Neighborhood

Tree Lined Streets
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 1243 S Karlov

HomeApartments in ChicagoNorth Lawndale 1243 S Karlov

Welcome to 1243 S Karlov, a newly renovated gem nestled in the heart of Chicago, IL. This west side apartment offers three spacious bedrooms and a modern, fully-equipped bathroom. The apartment is situated in a charming, small building that houses only three apartments, ensuring a sense of community and exclusivity. The location is unbeatable, with the United Center and Costco just a 10-minute drive away, making your lifestyle both convenient and exciting. The apartment itself boasts stainless steel appliances, adding a sleek, contemporary touch to your living space. Step outside and you'll be greeted by tree-lined streets, adding a touch of nature to the urban setting. Experience the perfect blend of city living and homely comfort at 1243 S Karlov.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1243 S Karlov is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1243 S Karlov 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 1243 S Karlov
Price·9A 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.
1243 S Karlov stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
1243 S Karlov goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including tree lined streets. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1243 S Karlov 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.
1243 S Karlov 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 1243 S Karlov 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.
1243 S Karlov 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 1243 S Karlov compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 1200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.5 miles away
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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in North Lawndale

3-bedroom apartments at 1243 S Karlov cost about 11% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in North Lawndale.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
North Lawndale
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,562
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$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,726
A table of studio rental data trends in North Lawndale
MonthMedian Rent
November 2025$1,150

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$80,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,000.
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Schools near 1243 S Karlov

Charles Evans Hughes Elementary School

4247 w 15th st

chicago, IL, 60623

PK, K-8Public
C-

Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School

3030 w arthington st

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-8Public
C-

Plato Learning Academy Elementary School

5545 w harrison st

chicago, IL, 60644

K-8Public
C-

Chicago Commons Nia Family Center

744 n monticello ave

chicago, IL, 60624

PKPublic

District 99 Early Childhood Center

5330 w 35th st

cicero, IL, 60804

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 1243 S Karlov Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1243 S Karlov Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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