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Highlights
- Spacious bedrooms
- Updated finishes
- Modern kitchen appliances
Location
4220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60653, USA|Grand Boulevard
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Property Overview
4220 S Michigan Ave scores highly across multiple metrics, featuring an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3 and an excellent price rating of 10, indicating a strong value proposition for renters. The property includes spacious bedrooms, updated finishes, and modern kitchen appliances, complemented by an impressive array of amenities and a prime location that ensures convenient access to local points of interest and schools. Additionally, it ranks in the top percentile for value per square foot, highlighting its competitive standing in the market.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,600 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your new home in the heart of Bronzeville! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers the perfect mix of comfort, privacy, and convenience. Bright, inviting, and efficiently designed, this cozy space features updated finishes and an individual in-unit furnace — so you control your own heat year-round. Enjoy modern kitchen appliances, spacious bedrooms with good natural light, and easy access to everything Bronzeville has to offer — from neighborhood cafés and parks to public transportation and the lakefront. |
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About 4220 S Michigan Ave
Welcome to your new home in the heart of Bronzeville! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers the perfect mix of comfort, privacy, and convenience. Bright, inviting, and efficiently designed, this cozy space features updated finishes and an individual in-unit furnace — so you control your own heat year-round. Enjoy modern kitchen appliances, spacious bedrooms with good natural light, and easy access to everything Bronzeville has to offer — from neighborhood cafés and parks to public transportation and the lakefront.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 4220 S Michigan Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4220 S Michigan Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
4220 S Michigan Ave 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·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, 4220 S Michigan Ave 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.
4220 S Michigan Ave 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 4220 S Michigan Ave 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.
4220 S Michigan Ave 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.
4220 S Michigan Ave is great 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 4220 S Michigan Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Grand Boulevard
2-bedroom apartments at 4220 S Michigan Ave cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Grand Boulevard.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Grand Boulevard
Chicago
| Month | Median 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,175 |
| March 2024 | $1,175 |
| May 2024 | $9,999 |
| June 2024 | $5,462 |
| July 2024 | $1,025 |
| August 2024 | $1,012 |
| September 2024 | $943 |
| October 2024 | $915 |
| November 2024 | $850 |
| March 2025 | $1,037 |
| April 2025 | $1,312 |
| May 2025 | $1,004 |
| June 2025 | $1,108 |
| July 2025 | $1,011 |
| August 2025 | $770 |
| September 2025 | $800 |
| October 2025 | $727 |
| November 2025 | $612 |
| December 2025 | $651 |
| January 2026 | $650 |
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Can I afford to live at 4220 S Michigan Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$64,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near 4220 S Michigan Ave
Beethoven Elementary School
25 w 47th st
chicago, IL, 60609
PK, K-8Public
C-
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
Thomas Early Childhood Center
3625 s hoyne ave
chicago, IL, 60609
PKPublic
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
6657 s kimbark ave
chicago, IL, 60637
PK, K-6Public
C
Christopher Elementary School
5042 s artesian ave
chicago, IL, 60632
K-8Public
C
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Getting around Chicago near 4220 S Michigan Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
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 4220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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