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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Ceiling fans
  • Heat & water included
  • Laundry on-site
  • Good closet space
  • Heat included, water included

Location

4028 N Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA|Lakeview
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Management

BERTSCH PROPERTIES, LLC

Leasing office

(773) 267-1115

Property Overview

Paulina exhibits strong appeal with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, highlighting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, rated 9 out of 10, alongside a top-tier location rating of 9 as well. Notable features include hardwood floors, ceiling fans, and on-site laundry, while the property is particularly advantageous for pet owners, featuring ample pet supply stores and services nearby. Overall, the combination of quality ratings and trustworthiness underscores a well-rounded option for renters seeking a high standard of living.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Paulina is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Paulina has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath385+ sqft$1,225–$1,350 /mo2 units availableAVAILABLE 5/1 Neighborhood: North Lakeview Studio @ Paulina & Irving Park Features: Heat Included Water Included Eat-In Kitchen w/ Dishwasher & Gas Stove Hardwood Floors Ceiling Fans Huge Closet Big Sunny Windows Laundry On-Site Nearby: Irving Park Shops & Restaurants, European Soccer Pubs (O'Donovans, Global Pub), Lincoln Shops & Restaurants Transportation: Irving Park Brown Line, Ashland Bus, Irving Park Bus, Montrose Bus - Street Parking ** Images may be of similar apartment within tier ** Pet Policy: One-Time, Non-Refundable, Pet Fee: $250 for 1st Cat, $100 for 2nd Cat at signing (2 Cats Max) Monthly Cat Rent: $20/Cat Sorry No Dogs $75 Application Fee $350 Move in Fee (Due at Time of Application) - Security Deposit Waived

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Amenities for Paulina

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeat Included
HeatingWater Included

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Services

Cooking Gas Included
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units21
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About Paulina

HomeApartments in ChicagoLakeview Paulina

Neighborhood: North Lakeview Features: Heat & Water Included Laundry On-Site Kitchens w/ Dishwasher & Gas Stoves Good Closet Space Hardwood Floors Ceiling Fans Big Sunny Windows Nearby: Irving Park Shops & Restaurants, European Soccer Pubs (O'Donovans, Global Pub), Lincoln Shops & Restaurants Transportation: Irving Park Brown Line, Ashland Bus, Irving Park Bus, Montrose Bus - Street Parking Pet Policy: One-Time, Non-Refundable, Pet Fee: $250 for 1st Cat, $100 for 2nd Cat at signing (2 Cats Max) Monthly Cat Rent: $20/Cat Sorry No Dogs $75 Application Fee Move-In Fee (Due at Time of Application): Studio: $350 1 Bedroom: $450 2 Bedroom: $550 - Security Deposit Waived


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Paulina is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Paulina has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Paulina
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.
Paulina 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.
Paulina goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Paulina 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.
Paulina 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Paulina to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Paulina 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.

Paulina is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 13 pet grooming services nearby
  • 10 pet hospitals in the area
  • Pet deposit required

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 Paulina compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Lakeview

studio apartments at Paulina cost about 23% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Lakeview.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Lakeview
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,987
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
February 2026$1,516
March 2026$1,655
A table of studio rental data trends in Lakeview
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,325
April 2024$1,367
May 2024$1,482
June 2024$1,493
July 2024$1,532
August 2024$1,495
September 2024$1,495
October 2024$1,467
November 2024$1,473
December 2024$1,483
January 2025$1,448
February 2025$1,485
March 2025$1,492
April 2025$1,495
May 2025$1,498
June 2025$1,540
July 2025$1,506
August 2025$1,460
September 2025$1,450
October 2025$1,450
November 2025$1,416
December 2025$1,434
January 2026$1,479
February 2026$1,519
March 2026$1,575

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,225.
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Schools near Paulina

Ravenswood Elementary School

4332 n paulina st

chicago, IL, 60613

PK, K-8Public
A-

North River Elementary School

4416 n troy st

chicago, IL, 60625

PK, K-8Public
C+

Albany Park Community Center

5101 n kimball ave 1

chicago, IL, 60625

PKPublic

Skinner North Elementary School

640 w scott st

chicago, IL, 60610

K-8Public
A-

Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences

1633 north hamlin ave

chicago, IL, 60647

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Lakeview | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Chicago near 4028 N Paulina St

Walking

9/10
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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 4028 N Paulina St, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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