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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Contemporary elegance
  • Renovated bathroom
  • Updated kitchen with granite countertops
  • Recently revitalized hardwood floors

Location

5618 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Washington Park
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Management

Atlas Asset Management

Leasing office

(312) 757-1686

Property Overview

5618-5620 S MLK Dr offers a prime location with contemporary elegance, featuring a renovated bathroom, updated kitchen with granite countertops, and revitalized hardwood floors. With a Zumper expert rating of 9.1, it is competitively priced, standing out for its excellent amenities and quality. This property is particularly noted for its pet-friendliness, benefiting from three nearby pet supply stores, making it an attractive choice for renters seeking a vibrant living experience.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 5618-5620 S MLK Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5618-5620 S MLK Dr has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath520+ sqft$1,195–$1,325 /mo3 units availableRecently revitalized, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem showcases beautifully refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, exuding contemporary elegance. The renovated bathroom features a new vanity, adding a touch of modern sophistication. Heat included. Conveniently situated across the street from the picturesque Washington Park and along the CTA King bus route, this location offers both natural beauty and easy access to public transportation. Embrace the comfort of a renovated living space coupled with the convenience of a prime location, ensuring an ideal living experience. Section 8 welcome! To book a showing, click here: https showmojo com d4fdccc0af l

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Amenities for 5618-5620 S MLK Dr

Apartment Amenities

Granite CountertopsHardwood Floor
Heat Included

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Units14
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About 5618-5620 S MLK Dr

HomeApartments in ChicagoWashington Park 5618-5620 S MLK Dr

Recently revitalized, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem showcases beautifully refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, exuding contemporary elegance. The renovated bathroom features a new vanity, adding a touch of modern sophistication. Heat included. Conveniently situated across the street from the picturesque Washington Park and along the CTA King bus route, this location offers both natural beauty and easy access to public transportation. Embrace the comfort of a renovated living space coupled with the convenience of a prime location, ensuring an ideal living experience. Section 8 welcome! To book a showing, click here: https showmojo com d4fdccc0af l


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 5618-5620 S MLK Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5618-5620 S MLK Dr has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5618-5620 S MLK Dr
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, 5618-5620 S MLK Dr is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Washington 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·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.
5618-5620 S MLK Dr goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5618-5620 S MLK Dr 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.
5618-5620 S MLK Dr 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·9A 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.
5618-5620 S MLK Dr has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
5618-5620 S MLK Dr 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.

5618-5620 S MLK Dr is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

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 5618-5620 S MLK Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Washington Park

1-bedroom apartments at 5618-5620 S MLK Dr cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Washington Park.

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Washington Park
Chicago
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$2,140
May 2024$2,248
June 2024$2,337
July 2024$2,354
August 2024$2,210
September 2024$2,235
October 2024$2,200
November 2024$2,118
December 2024$1,961
January 2025$1,932
February 2025$1,991
March 2025$2,036
April 2025$2,050
May 2025$2,040
June 2025$2,012
July 2025$2,172
August 2025$2,064
September 2025$1,986
October 2025$1,940
November 2025$1,952
December 2025$1,950
January 2026$1,997
February 2026$2,041
March 2026$2,232
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Washington Park
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,141
May 2024$1,198
June 2024$1,096
July 2024$1,059
August 2024$1,050
September 2024$1,050
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,090
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,131
February 2025$1,162
March 2025$1,104
April 2025$1,049
May 2025$1,027
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,130
August 2025$1,143
September 2025$1,136
October 2025$1,128
November 2025$1,165
December 2025$1,148
January 2026$1,150
February 2026$1,150
March 2026$1,142

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near 5618-5620 S MLK Dr

Carter Elementary School

5740 s michigan ave

chicago, IL, 60637

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

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C
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Getting around Chicago near 5618 S King Dr

Walking

7/10
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

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5618 S King Dr, Chicago

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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