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Pet Friendly
Location
705 S Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL 60624, USA|East Garfield Park
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Property Overview
705 S Lawndale offers a strong overall value with a 7.7 Zumper Expert Rating, especially for its 9/10 location score, 8/10 price rating, and 8/10 amenities rating. It stands out for great amenities, excellent value for money, plenty of photos, and proximity to a top-rated elementary school.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Images Available
Floor plans
| 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2 bed | 1 bath | 560 sqft | $1,085 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3 bed | 1 bath | 775 sqft | $1,320 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 705 S Lawndale
Apartment Amenities
| Eat-in Kitchen | Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
Administration Fee
One-time.
$15
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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OPTIONAL FEES
Parking Policy
Other
Parking Fee
Parking Fee
Monthly. 2 parking fees max.
$25
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 18 |
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About 705 S Lawndale
705 S Lawndale Ave is located in Chicago's North Lawndale community. This 18 unit building features great amenities. Excellent transit easily accessible via (UP-W Union Pacific West, CTA Green, Pink, and Blue lines as well as 7 Harrison, 82 Kimball-Homan, and 126 Jackson Bus lines. Call to set a showing today! CYM Living Quality & Service Guaranteed!
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.
7.7
/10
Very Good705 S Lawndale is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 705 S Lawndale is a great option for renters looking for apartments in East Garfield Park. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 705 S Lawndale 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·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
705 S Lawndale 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 705 S Lawndale does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
705 S Lawndale provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 705 S Lawndale compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.4 miles away
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Rent trends in East Garfield Park
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 705 S Lawndale to be 30% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in East Garfield Park.
3-bedroom apartments at 705 S Lawndale cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Garfield Park.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
East Garfield Park
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,551 |
| 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 | $1,731 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $1,243 |
| June 2025 | $1,300 |
| March 2026 | $995 |
| April 2026 | $995 |
| September 2026 | $1,995 |
| October 2026 | $1,995 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 705 S Lawndale Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$43,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,085.
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Schools near 705 S Lawndale
John Milton Gregory Elementary School
3715 w polk st
chicago, IL, 60624
PK, K-8Public
C-
Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School
3030 w arthington st
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-8Public
C-
Chicago Commons Nia Family Center
744 n monticello ave
chicago, IL, 60624
PKPublic
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School
5545 w harrison st
chicago, IL, 60644
K-8Public
C-
Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences
1633 north hamlin ave
chicago, IL, 60647
PKPublic
Getting around Chicago near 705 S Lawndale Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 705 S Lawndale Ave, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
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
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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