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5051 S Forrestville Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Grand Boulevard
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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(312) 724-7007

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Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

The property at 5051 S Forrestville Ave achieves a commendable Zumper expert rating of 8.9/10, reflecting its strong overall appeal to renters. Its competitive pricing, high-quality amenities, and an exceptional location score of 10/10 contribute to a superior living experience. Notably, the trustworthiness rating of 9/10 assures prospective renters of a transparent representation, while the proximity to a top-rated high school and the extensive photo gallery enhance its attractiveness.

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

9.5
Excellent
5051 S Forrestville Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3 bed1 bath960 sqft$2,000 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for 5051 S Forrestville Ave

Apartment Amenities

Dining RoomEat-in Kitchen
Pre Wired Phone and Cable
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One-time.

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Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment.

$2,000

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About 5051 S Forrestville Ave

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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.
9.5
/10
Excellent
5051 S Forrestville Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 5051 S Forrestville Ave
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.
5051 S Forrestville Ave 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 5051 S Forrestville Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5051 S Forrestville Ave offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
5051 S Forrestville Ave has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 5051 S Forrestville Ave.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
5051 S Forrestville Ave has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

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 5051 S Forrestville Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 5-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Grand Boulevard

3-bedroom apartments at 5051 S Forrestville Ave cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Grand Boulevard.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Grand Boulevard
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,565
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,627
March 2024$1,926
April 2024$1,745
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$1,506
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Boulevard
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,175
March 2024$1,175
May 2024$9,999
June 2024$5,462
July 2024$1,025
August 2024$1,012
September 2024$943
October 2024$915
November 2024$850
March 2025$1,037
April 2025$1,312
May 2025$1,004
June 2025$1,108
July 2025$1,011
August 2025$770
September 2025$800
October 2025$727
November 2025$670

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,000.
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Schools near 5051 S Forrestville Ave

Burke Elementary School

5356 s king dr

chicago, IL, 60615

PK, K-8Public
C-

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

1119 e 46th st

chicago, IL, 60653

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

Thomas Early Childhood Center

3625 s hoyne ave

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 5051 S Forrestville Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5051 S Forrestville Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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