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5500 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60644, USA|Austin
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CYM Living LLC

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(312) 940-4479

Property Overview

The property at 5500 W Van Buren achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 9.5 out of 10, highlighting its overall appeal for renters. It stands out with its excellent pricing and location ratings of 10, ensuring great value and convenience. Additionally, the quality and amenities ratings bolster its desirability, while trustworthiness and a collection of 11 photos provide transparency and a clear understanding for potential renters.

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Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
5500 W Van Buren 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
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Floor plans

2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2 bed1 bath626 sqft$1,230 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 5500 W Van Buren

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHeat Included
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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.

$1,230

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Units16
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About 5500 W Van Buren

HomeApartments in ChicagoAustin 5500 W Van Buren

This 5500 W. Van Buren Ave. is located on the West Side area in Austin! These apartments offer great amenities. This 16-unit building is walking distance to bus stops, restaurants, and local stores! Call today for a showing!


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
5500 W Van Buren 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 5500 W Van Buren
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.
5500 W Van Buren 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·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, 5500 W Van Buren 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.
5500 W Van Buren 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.
5500 W Van Buren 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 5500 W Van Buren.
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.
5500 W Van Buren 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 5500 W Van Buren compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.5 mile away

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Rent trends in Austin

2-bedroom apartments at 5500 W Van Buren cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Austin.

Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Austin
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,514
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$1,498
A table of studio rental data trends in Austin
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$825
December 2023$819
January 2024$801
February 2024$810
March 2024$830
April 2024$832
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$955

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$49,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,230.
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Schools near 5500 W Van Buren

Plato Learning Academy Elementary School

5545 w harrison st

chicago, IL, 60644

K-8Public
C-

George Leland Elementary School

512 s lavergne ave

chicago, IL, 60644

PK, K-8Public
C-

Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School

3030 w arthington st

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-8Public
C-

Belmont-Cragin Elementary School

5252 w palmer st

chicago, IL, 60639

PK, K-8Public
C-

Chicago Academy Elementary School

3400 n austin ave

chicago, IL, 60634

PK, K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood

Austin | Chicago, IL

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

Getting around Chicago near 5500 W Van Buren 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

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

Points of interest for 5500 W Van Buren St, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-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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