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Highlights

  • Heat included
  • Spacious 1 bedroom
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Excellent closet space
  • Close to shops and cafes

Location

528 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA|Lakeview
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Management

Hunter Properties, Inc.

Leasing office

(312) 731-0151

Property Overview

528 W. Wellington earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Zumper expert rating, standout marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, plus solid value for money. It also offers heat included, a spacious 1 bedroom layout, hardwood floors, excellent closet space, and easy access to shops, cafes, parks, transit, and walkable neighborhood amenities.

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, 528 W. Wellington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 528 W. Wellington 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

  • Less expensive
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,650 /mo1 unit availableThis In the Unit 1 Spacious 1 bedroom in the heart of East Lakeview! Close to Shops Cafes Nightlife Restaurants and the Lakefront! Hardwood floors throughout ! Excellent closet space . Heat included. For info and showings contact Chris 312 -731 -0151 1 Year Lease $75 application fee 1st month's rent and $500 Move in fee due at lease signing. Cats OK

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Amenities for 528 W. Wellington

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot Water

Appliances

OvenOven/Stove
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKWater/Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Property details

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About 528 W. Wellington

HomeApartments in ChicagoLakeview 528 W. Wellington

This In the Unit 1 Spacious 1 bedroom in the heart of East Lakeview! Close to Shops Cafes Nightlife Restaurants and the Lakefront! Hardwood floors throughout ! Excellent closet space . Heat included. For info and showings contact Chris 312 -731 -0151 1 Year Lease $75 application fee 1st month's rent and $500 Move in fee due at lease signing. Cats OK


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, 528 W. Wellington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 528 W. Wellington 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 528 W. Wellington
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.
528 W. Wellington 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.
528 W. Wellington goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 528 W. Wellington 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.
528 W. Wellington 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 528 W. Wellington 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.

528 W. Wellington is great for:

Pet owners

  • 15 pet hospitals in the area
  • 18 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 54 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 588 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood

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 528 W. Wellington compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Central heat
Climate controlled environment

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.8 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 4.2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Lakeview

1-bedroom apartments at 528 W. Wellington cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lakeview.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Lakeview
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,637
May 2026$1,684
June 2026$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,717
A table of studio rental data trends in Lakeview
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,473
December 2024$1,483
January 2025$1,448
February 2025$1,485
March 2025$1,492
April 2025$1,495
May 2025$1,498
June 2025$1,540
July 2025$1,506
August 2025$1,460
September 2025$1,450
October 2025$1,450
November 2025$1,416
December 2025$1,434
January 2026$1,479
February 2026$1,519
March 2026$1,585
April 2026$1,595
May 2026$1,638
June 2026$1,648
July 2026$1,608
August 2026$1,573
September 2026$1,528
October 2026$1,501

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$66,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Schools near 528 W. Wellington

The Nettelhorst School

3252 n broadway st

chicago, IL, 60657

PK, K-8Public
A-

Skinner North Elementary School

640 w scott st

chicago, IL, 60610

K-8Public
A-

Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center

160 w wendell st

chicago, IL, 60610

PK, K-8Public
C+

North River Elementary School

4416 n troy st

chicago, IL, 60625

PK, K-8Public
C+

Rudolph Elementary Learning Center

1628 w washington blvd

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-7Public
C+
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Neighborhood

Lakeview | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Chicago near 528 W Wellington Ave

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 528 W Wellington Ave, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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