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Highlights
- Open layout
- Central ac
- Designers
- Professionally managed property
Location
5520 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, USA|Austin
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Property Overview
5520 W North delivers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, a perfect 10/10 for price, and top-tier value-for-money and value-per-square-foot scores. Residents benefit from an impressive 9/10 amenities and 9/10 location rating, highlighted by an open layout, central AC, professional management, and convenient access to multiple parks and public transit. The property also emphasizes environmental sustainability through features like on-site recycling or composting.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500+ sqft | $1,200–$1,500 /mo | 2 units available | Calling all artists, makers, and creatives! A bright, spacious corner storefront space (1,100 sq ft) has just opened up in the North Austin Arts District, perfect for artists looking for a dedicated place to create, collaborate, and grow. Third City Gallery is one block away and Third City Cafe is opening across the street. Great natural light, open layout, central AC, 24/7 access. Full basement below allows for lots of storage. Budget available for interior improvements depending on tenant use. Ideal for painters, designers, digital artists, photographers, mixed-media creators & more. |
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Amenities for 5520 W North
Apartment Amenities
| Trash |
Appliances
| Fridge | Microwave |
| Oven | Stove/Oven |
Building
| Water/Sewer |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About 5520 W North
Beautiful condo quality, professionally managed property with a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and commercial units in the North Austin Arts District
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, 5520 W North is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5520 W North 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.
5520 W North 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.
5520 W North goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5520 W North 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.
5520 W North 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 5520 W North 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.
5520 W North 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.
5520 W North is great 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 5520 W North compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Austin
1-bedroom apartments at 5520 W North cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Austin.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
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Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,751 |
| June 2024 | $1,764 |
| 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 | $1,633 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $846 |
| June 2024 | $837 |
| July 2024 | $804 |
| August 2024 | $847 |
| September 2024 | $895 |
| October 2024 | $984 |
| November 2024 | $1,227 |
| December 2024 | $2,378 |
| January 2025 | $2,610 |
| February 2025 | $2,742 |
| March 2025 | $2,940 |
| April 2025 | $2,942 |
| May 2025 | $1,515 |
| June 2025 | $1,145 |
| July 2025 | $1,115 |
| August 2025 | $1,028 |
| September 2025 | $920 |
| October 2025 | $889 |
| November 2025 | $1,002 |
| December 2025 | $1,150 |
| January 2026 | $1,133 |
| February 2026 | $1,108 |
| March 2026 | $1,036 |
| April 2026 | $1,066 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 5520 W North
Young Elementary School
1434 n parkside ave
chicago, IL, 60651
PK, K-8Public
C-
Belmont-Cragin Elementary School
5252 w palmer st
chicago, IL, 60639
PK, K-8Public
C-
Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences
1633 north hamlin ave
chicago, IL, 60647
PKPublic
Chicago Academy Elementary School
3400 n austin ave
chicago, IL, 60634
PK, K-8Public
B-
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School
5545 w harrison st
chicago, IL, 60644
K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Chicago near 5520 W North Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5520 W North Ave, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Nicks Wine & Spirit Inc
5820 W North Ave
Grand Foods Market
5202 W Grand Ave
Moses Butcher Shop
5057 W Division St
Go Grocer
1938 N Leclaire Ave
Santa Maria
5126 W Grand Ave
All About Shoes & Fashions
5261 W North Ave
Yaseen Clothing Incorporated
5250 W North Ave
Dude Undies
1754 N Latrobe Ave
Family Dollar
5525 W Division St
E Zee Connection
1815 N Monitor Ave
Dunkin'
5707 W North Ave
Dunkin'
5050 W Grand Ave
The Coffee & Tea Exchange
4880 W Grand Ave
Zemi Coffee Cart LLC
809 N Taylor Ave
Starbucks
1941 N Cicero Ave
Carolyns Zodiac Lounge
1744 N Central Ave
Analytics Lounge NFP
4920 W Grand Ave
United Grill
4803 W Armitage Ave
Pioneer Lounge
5414 W Fullerton Ave
Happy Cracovia Lounge
2025 N Cicero Ave
Uptons Naturals
1826 N Lorel Ave
Carniceria La Villa
5800 W Grand Ave
Schweet Cheesecake
5248 W Chicago Ave
Walmart Bakery
4650 W North Ave
Babushka Bakery
4720 W Armitage Ave
Galewood Park
Davis Park
La Follette Park
De George Playlot Park
Hanson Park
Ptci
5515 W North Ave
Popeyes
5500 W North Ave
North Avenue Chicken LLC
5500 W North Ave
Victors Pizza
5418 W North Ave
Sun Sub
5542 W North Ave
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