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Highlights

  • Quiet setting
  • Flexible living space
  • Pet friendly
  • Quiet residential street
  • Generous bedroom sizes

Location

5938 S Calumet Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Washington Park
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Management

Marblestone Property Group

Leasing office

(844) 325-9308 ext. 7117

Property Overview

5938-40 South Calumet Avenue offers a quiet residential setting with generous bedroom sizes, flexible living space, and pet-friendly policies, making it appealing to a wide range of renters. With strong expert scores across overall quality, amenities, location, and trustworthiness—plus competitive pricing, solid value for money, and 11 photos to preview—it delivers an excellent balance of comfort, convenience, and transparency.

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

7.4
Very Good
5938-40 South Calumet Avenue is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5938-40 South Calumet Avenue - 5938-...4 bed1 bath$1,750 /moSpacious and beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 1-bath unit located in the vibrant Washington Park neighborhood. This bright and functional home features a modern kitchen with a stylish island—perfect for cooking, entertaining, or casual dining. Generous bedroom sizes offer flexibility for families, roommates, or a home office setup. Enjoy a comfortable layout with great natural light and plenty of room to live and grow. Conveniently located near Washington Park, public transportation, and local amenities, making daily commuting and errands easy. A great opportunity to rent a large unit in a well-connected neighborhood—schedule your showing today! Features: 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms Functional layout Quiet residential street Close to transportation, schools, and neighborhood amenities Tenant pays gas and electric utilities Move-In & Application Fees: - $800 non-refundable move-in fee - $125 lease administration fee - $100 key deposit (due at move-in) - $50 application fee per adult (non-refun

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About 5938-40 South Calumet Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoWashington Park 5938-40 South Calumet Avenue

Spacious and beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 1-bath unit located in the vibrant Washington Park neighborhood. This bright and functional home features a modern kitchen with a stylish island—perfect for cooking, entertaining, or casual dining. Generous bedroom sizes offer flexibility for families, roommates, or a home office setup. Enjoy a comfortable layout with great natural light and plenty of room to live and grow. Conveniently located near Washington Park, public transportation, and local amenities, making daily commuting and errands easy. A great opportunity to rent a large unit in a well-connected neighborhood—schedule your showing today! Features: 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms Functional layout Quiet residential street Close to transportation, schools, and neighborhood amenities Tenant pays gas and electric utilities Move-In & Application Fees: - $800 non-refundable move-in fee - $125 lease administration fee - $100 key deposit (due at move-in) - $50 application fee per adult (non-refundable) - Renter's insurance required before move-in Application Requirements: - Resident score: 600+ - Gross monthly income = 3x rent - 2+ years of rental history - No evictions, civil judgments, or bankruptcies - Employment verification of 90 days (Paystubs and Bank Statements History) - Self-employed? Submit 2 years of tax returns - Cosigner may be required if any criteria are unmet Enjoy flexible living space, a quiet setting, and convenient access to transportation and neighborhood amenities. Schedule your showing today before this unit is gone.


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.
7.4
/10
Very Good
5938-40 South Calumet Avenue is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 5938-40 South Calumet Avenue
Price·6A 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.
5938-40 South Calumet Avenue is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
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.
5938-40 South Calumet Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5938-40 South Calumet 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.
5938-40 South Calumet 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 5938-40 South Calumet 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.

5938-40 South Calumet Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 5938-40 South Calumet Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Washington Park

4-bedroom apartments at 5938-40 South Calumet Avenue cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Washington Park.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Washington Park
Chicago
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,344
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
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Washington Park
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,046
July 2024$1,059
August 2024$1,050
September 2024$1,050
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,090
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,131
February 2025$1,162
March 2025$1,104
April 2025$1,049
May 2025$1,027
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,130
August 2025$1,143
September 2025$1,136
October 2025$1,128
November 2025$1,165
December 2025$1,148
January 2026$1,150
February 2026$1,150
March 2026$1,142
April 2026$1,182
May 2026$1,222

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near 5938-40 South Calumet Avenue

Dulles Elementary School

6311 s calumet ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C-

Woodlawn Elementary Community School

6657 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

1119 e 46th st

chicago, IL, 60653

PK, K-8Public
C-

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-
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Getting around Chicago near 5938 S Calumet Ave

Walking

7/10
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

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 5938 S Calumet Ave, Chicago

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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