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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Usb charging outlets
  • In-unit washer/dryer
  • Grilling area
  • High-speed internet
  • Classic yet contemporary apartment living

Location

500 N Northwest Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068, USA
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Management

Parker Partners LLC

Leasing office

(224) 478-0822

Property Overview

The Parker Apartments offers classic yet contemporary apartment living with standout amenities like a fitness center, in-unit washer/dryer, high-speed internet, USB charging outlets, and a grilling area. It earns a strong overall impression with excellent value, top-tier amenities, and a convenient location, while also standing out for work-from-home potential and the helpful photo gallery.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Parker Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Parker Apartments 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

  • Extra storage
  • Fitness center
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2/2.0(Std)2 bed2 bath1,200 sqft$3,050 /mo3 units availableThe Parker is classic yet contemporary apartment living in the heart of Park Ridge, one of Chicago’s most desirable suburbs. The Parker’s spacious 2 bed / 2 bath apartments feature in-unit washer/dryer, cook’s kitchens with center islands, and tech-ready features, such as USB charging outlet and high-speed internet. Many apartments have a balcony or fireplace. The Parker has an abundant common amenities, including a fitness center, work space, car-washing area, pet run, grilling area and smart video intercoms at each entryway. Learn more about the features and availabilities at livetheparker com The Parker is managed by Daniel Management Group, providing experienced, responsive and professional services.

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Amenities for The Parker Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor
Quartz CountertopsStorage On-Site

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stainless Steel AppliancesStove/Oven
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKCentral HVAC
Dogs OKFitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Grilling Station
Storage

Services

On-Site Management
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Property details

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About The Parker Apartments

HomeApartments in Park Ridge The Parker Apartments

The Parker is classic yet contemporary apartment living in the heart of Park Ridge, one of Chicago’s most desirable suburbs. The Parker’s spacious 2 bed / 2 bath apartments feature in-unit washer/dryer, cook’s kitchens with center islands, and tech-ready features, such as USB charging outlet and high-speed internet. Many apartments have a balcony or fireplace. The Parker has an abundant common amenities, including a fitness center, work space, car-washing area, pet run, grilling area and smart video intercoms at each entryway. Learn more about the features and availabilities at livetheparker com The Parker is managed by Daniel Management Group, providing experienced, responsive and professional services.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Parker Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Parker Apartments 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 The Parker Apartments
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.
The Parker Apartments 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·10A 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.
The Parker Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Parker Apartments 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 The Parker Apartments 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.

The Parker Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Extra room or space for at-home office
  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby

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 The Parker Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Extra storage
In-unit features
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

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Rent trends in Park Ridge

2-bedroom apartments at The Parker Apartments cost about 53% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Park Ridge.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Park Ridge
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Park Ridge
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$1,625
March 2025$1,545
April 2025$1,500
May 2025$1,636
June 2025$2,636
July 2025$2,626
August 2025$1,674
September 2025$1,545
October 2025$1,600
November 2025$1,575
December 2025$1,750
January 2026$1,750
February 2026$1,542
March 2026$2,547
April 2026$2,178
May 2026$2,534
June 2026$2,705
July 2026$2,200
August 2026$2,206
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,850

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$122,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $122,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,050.
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Schools near The Parker Apartments

Jefferson School

8200 w greendale ave

niles, IL, 60714

PKPublic

Eugene Field Elementary School

707 wisner st

park ridge, IL, 60068

K-5Public
A-

Clarence E. Culver School

6901 w oakton st

niles, IL, 60714

PK, K-8Public
A-

Rosemont Elementary School

6101 ruby st

rosemont, IL, 60018

PK, K-8Public
B+

Pennoyer Elementary School

5200 n cumberland ave

norridge, IL, 60706

PK, K-8Public
B
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Getting around Park Ridge near 500 N Northwest Hwy

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 500 N Northwest Hwy, Park Ridge

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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