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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Professional management
  • Laundry in building
  • Large closet space
  • Hardwood floors throughout

Location

1920 West Cermak Road, Chicago, Illinois 60608, United States|Lower West Side
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Management

NKH Holdings

Leasing office

(844) 432-0256 ext. 3985

Property Overview

1920 W Cermak features hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and professional management, contributing to an appealing living experience. With a stellar Zumper expert rating of 9.2 and exceptional scores across price, amenities, location, and quality, this property stands out in terms of value and convenience. Recognized for its competitive pricing and transparency, it also ranks in the 91.67 percentile for value for money and value per square foot compared to other nearby options.

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

9.2
Excellent
1920 W Cermak 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 Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1920 W Cermak Rd - 2R1 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,195 /moOne bed + Office. Laundry in building (interior access). Great location with the CTA Pink Line Damen Avenue station less than 3 blocks away. Artsy remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Remodeled bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout. Painted in contemporary light grey and white color scheme. Awesome backyard for gatherings and grilling. Managed by a professional, courteous, and reliable owner Unit Amenities: - Beautifully renovated kitchen and bathroom - Hardwood floors throughout - Modern paint scheme - Newer windows - House broken pets allowed with no additional rent or fee - Laundry in building - Pets allowed but dependent on multiple variables and at the full discretion of the owner/management Requirements: - Tenant pays heat and utilities - First month's rent - Open to stipend/student loans as income - NO security deposit collected, only a move-in fee - Non-refundable application fee $65/per applicant - Verifiable income and previous landlord recommendations - Good cre

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About 1920 W Cermak

HomeApartments in ChicagoLower West Side 1920 W Cermak

Big one bed. Laundry in building (interior access). Great location with the CTA Pink Line Damen Avenue station less than 3 blocks away. Artsy remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Remodeled bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout. Awesome backyard for gatherings and grilling. Managed by a professional, courteous, and reliable owner. (Currently priced for short term lease to end of April 2026) - Rent includes hot water - Newer windows - Large closet space - Laundry in building - Landscaped backyard - House broken pets allowed - no additional rent or fee - Tenant pays heat and electric Requirements: - Tenant pays heat and utilities - First month's rent - Open to stipend/student loans as income - NO security deposit collected, only a move-in fee - Non-refundable application fee $65/per applicant - Verifiable income and previous landlord recommendations - Good credit history with recent timely payments, low balances, low revolving credit balance, and multiple current accounts. Email/text to set up a showing. Thanks for looking! Property is owned by a Illinois Licensed Real Estate Agent. (773) 575-5306 Chicago style management 3341 S Lituanica Chicago, IL 60608 As required by State and Federal law; Section 8 Applicants Welcome.


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
1920 W Cermak 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 Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 1920 W Cermak
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.
1920 W Cermak 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·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.
1920 W Cermak goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1920 W Cermak 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.
1920 W Cermak 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.
1920 W Cermak 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·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.

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 1920 W Cermak compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 350 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Lower West Side

1-bedroom apartments at 1920 W Cermak cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lower West Side.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Lower West Side
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
A table of studio rental data trends in Lower West Side
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,475
March 2024$1,330
April 2024$1,313
May 2024$1,305
June 2024$1,425
July 2024$1,450
August 2024$1,339
September 2024$1,306
October 2024$1,400
November 2024$1,529
December 2024$1,475
February 2025$1,595
March 2025$1,342
April 2025$1,331
May 2025$1,250
June 2025$1,418
July 2025$1,343
August 2025$1,400
September 2025$1,400
October 2025$1,433
November 2025$1,528

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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 1920 W Cermak

Whittier Elementary School

1900 w 23rd st

chicago, IL, 60608

PK, K-8Public
C

Thomas Early Childhood Center

3625 s hoyne ave

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic

Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School

3030 w arthington st

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-8Public
C-

Christopher Elementary School

5042 s artesian ave

chicago, IL, 60632

K-8Public
C

Skinner North Elementary School

640 w scott st

chicago, IL, 60610

K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Chicago near 1920 West Cermak Road

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
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 1920 West Cermak Road, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

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 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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