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Highlights

  • Modern appliances
  • Spacious bedroom
  • Thoughtfully designed apartment
  • Hot water and heat included
  • Well-appointed bathroom

Location

1654 E 85th St, Chicago, IL 60617, USA|Avalon Park
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Management

BK Chicago LLC

Leasing office

(872) 212-9585

Property Overview

The property at 1654 East 85 features modern appliances, a spacious bedroom, and a well-appointed bathroom, all within a thoughtfully designed apartment. It benefits from included hot water and heating, enhancing comfort. Additionally, its proximity to a highly-rated middle school adds to its appeal for those seeking convenience in education.

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, 1654 East 85 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1654 East 85 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 1654 East 85

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeat Included
HeatingHot Water Included

Building

Laundry Room On-siteOnsite Laundry
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About 1654 East 85

HomeApartments in ChicagoAvalon Park 1654 East 85

1654 East 85 cost $1,500 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site laundry. Located at 1654 E 85th St, Chicago, IL 60617, USA, 1654 East 85 has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Chicago, renting an apartment at 1654 East 85 is 38% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Chicago include but are not limited to: 1704 W 77th St, 8001 S May St, 13905 S Clark St, 7348 S King Dr


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, 1654 East 85 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1654 East 85 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 1654 East 85
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.
1654 East 85 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.
1654 East 85 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including laundry room on-site. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1654 East 85 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.
1654 East 85 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 1654 East 85 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.

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 1654 East 85 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Avalon Park

2-bedroom apartments at 1654 East 85 cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Avalon Park.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Avalon Park
Chicago
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$2,075
October 2023$2,023
November 2023$2,050
December 2023$2,116
January 2024$2,165
February 2024$2,174
March 2024$2,319
April 2024$2,180
May 2024$2,248
June 2024$2,337
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$1,973
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Avalon Park
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$810
October 2023$846
November 2023$863
January 2024$1,150
February 2024$1,150
March 2024$850
July 2024$875
November 2024$1,246
December 2024$1,125
January 2025$1,096
February 2025$1,293
March 2025$1,686

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 1654 East 85

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C

Woodlawn Elementary Community School

6657 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

1119 e 46th st

chicago, IL, 60653

PK, K-8Public
C-

Vick Early Childhood & Family Center

2554 w 113th st

chicago, IL, 60655

PKPublic

Ashburn Community Elementary School

8300 s saint louis ave

chicago, IL, 60652

PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Chicago near 1654 E 85th St

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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1654 E 85th St, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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