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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Large closets
  • Separate dining room
  • Smoke free
  • Convenient location
  • High ceilings

Location

437 S Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, USA
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Management

M&M Property Management, Inc

Leasing office

(708) 386-7355

Property Overview

Donald Alexander Building offers hardwood floors, large closets, a separate dining room, high ceilings, a smoke-free setting, and a convenient location. It also stands out for value for money and is close to top-rated elementary and high schools.

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, Donald Alexander Building is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Donald Alexander Building 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath780 sqft$1,425 /mo1 unit availableSpacious one-bedroom unit with high ceilings, hardwood floors, large windows and plenty of closet space. Located in ideal Oak Park location, walking distance from Oak Park restaurants and shops. Rent includes access to onsite coin laundry. Tenant is responsible for electricity and cooking gas. A monthly utility fee of $50 is designed to help offset common area expenses such as water, electricity, trash, etc. Street parking Village of Oak Park parking permit. All M&M properties are smoke free. To view a summary of fees, visit this link: https www mmpropmgt com facts-on-fees $100 Application fee required for each applicant over the age of 18. Minimum credit score of 650, gross monthly income of at least 3x the rent amount, and good landlord referrals are required for application approval. *Meeting these requirements does not guarantee application approval.* For more details regarding our application approval criteria, please visit this link https www mmpropmgt com mm-property-management-criteria-application-process ***Pictures shown here are to be considered typical of all units in this property of this layout. Details such as lighting/plumbing fixtures, counter top finish and flooring style/color may vary from unit to unit.***

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Amenities for Donald Alexander Building

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Water

Appliances

Gas Oven/RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Donald Alexander Building

HomeApartments in Oak Park Donald Alexander Building

Spacious one-bedroom unit with high ceilings, hardwood floors, large windows and plenty of closet space. Located in ideal Oak Park location, walking distance from Oak Park restaurants and shops. Rent includes access to onsite coin laundry. Tenant is responsible for electricity and cooking gas. A monthly utility fee of $50 is designed to help offset common area expenses such as water, electricity, trash, etc. Street parking Village of Oak Park parking permit. All M&M properties are smoke free. To view a summary of fees, visit this link: https www mmpropmgt com facts-on-fees $100 Application fee required for each applicant over the age of 18. Minimum credit score of 650, gross monthly income of at least 3x the rent amount, and good landlord referrals are required for application approval. *Meeting these requirements does not guarantee application approval.* For more details regarding our application approval criteria, please visit this link https www mmpropmgt com mm-property-management-criteria-application-process ***Pictures shown here are to be considered typical of all units in this property of this layout. Details such as lighting/plumbing fixtures, counter top finish and flooring style/color may vary from unit to unit.***


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, Donald Alexander Building is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Donald Alexander Building 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 Donald Alexander Building
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.
Donald Alexander Building 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.
Donald Alexander Building goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Donald Alexander Building 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.
Donald Alexander Building 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 Donald Alexander Building 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.

Donald Alexander Building is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 10 pet supply stores 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 Donald Alexander Building compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 105 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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 Oak Park

1-bedroom apartments at Donald Alexander Building cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Oak Park.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Oak Park
A table of studio rental data trends in Oak Park
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,737
September 2024$1,788
October 2024$1,754
November 2024$1,754
December 2024$1,753
January 2025$1,767
February 2025$1,771
March 2025$1,759
April 2025$1,816
May 2025$1,439
June 2025$1,854
July 2025$1,895
August 2025$1,563
September 2025$1,335
October 2025$1,294
November 2025$1,424
December 2025$1,676
January 2026$1,907
February 2026$1,373
March 2026$1,283
April 2026$1,565
May 2026$1,882
June 2026$1,569
July 2026$1,310
August 2026$1,305

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Can I afford to live at 437 S Kenilworth Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,425.
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Schools near Donald Alexander Building

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

1111 s grove ave

oak park, IL, 60304

K-5Public
A-

Lindop Elementary School

2400 s 18th ave

broadview, IL, 60155

PK, K-8Public
C+

Komarek Elementary School

8940 w 24th st

north riverside, IL, 60546

PK, K-8Public
B

Rhodes Elementary School

8931 fullerton ave

river grove, IL, 60171

PK, K-8Public
C

River Grove Elementary School

2650 thatcher ave

river grove, IL, 60171

PK, K-8Public
B
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Getting around Oak Park near 437 S Kenilworth Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
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

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 437 S Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

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

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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

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

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