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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Shared laundry
- Near shops and restaurants
Location
101 Chicago St, Valparaiso, IN 46383, USA
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Property Overview
Pioneer Apartments earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting excellent value and everyday convenience. It also offers off-street parking, shared laundry, and easy access to shops and restaurants, with a helpful photo set and nearby schools adding to its appeal.
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
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 101 E Chicago St - 1 | 3 bed | 1 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,750 /mo |
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Amenities for Pioneer Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Utilities/Sewer | Water |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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
Application Fee
Per-applicant. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 1 |
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About Pioneer Apartments
Pioneer Apartments cost $1,750 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site laundry. Located at 101 Chicago St, Valparaiso, IN 46383, USA, Pioneer Apartments has 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in Valparaiso, renting an apartment at Pioneer Apartments is 12% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Valparaiso include but are not limited to: 331 S Boo Rd, 201 Chesterton Blvd
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 GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Pioneer Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pioneer Apartments 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.
Pioneer Apartments 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·10A 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.
Pioneer Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Pioneer Apartments 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 Pioneer Apartments 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.
Pioneer Apartments 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.
Reviews from the web
Showing 2 highest rated
It's the best complex I've seen. Location (can walk everywhere) spacious and lots of charm.
Jon Beller
Jun 28, 2011
Super old building they keep raising rent but don’t renovate apartments. Homeless people sleep in the laundry rooms, people smoke cigarettes in the hall ways and nobody cares. don’t live here lol how do you raise rent to almost 200$ more in a studio apartment. Disgusting greedy people
chad trebil
Jun 03, 2022
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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 Pioneer Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.6 miles away
- Central heat
- Climate controlled environment
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
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Rent trends in Valparaiso
3-bedroom apartments at Pioneer Apartments cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Valparaiso.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Valparaiso
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $925 |
| December 2024 | $981 |
| January 2025 | $1,000 |
| April 2025 | $825 |
| May 2025 | $846 |
| June 2025 | $889 |
| July 2025 | $896 |
| August 2025 | $984 |
| September 2025 | $969 |
| December 2025 | $950 |
| January 2026 | $922 |
| February 2026 | $937 |
| March 2026 | $975 |
| April 2026 | $948 |
| May 2026 | $937 |
| June 2026 | $912 |
| July 2026 | $937 |
| August 2026 | $933 |
| September 2026 | $937 |
| October 2026 | $957 |
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Can I afford to live at 101 Chicago St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-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
$70,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near Pioneer Apartments
Heavilin Elementary School
2450 heavilin rd
valparaiso, IN, 46383
K-5Public
A
Central Elementary School
653 hayes leonard rd
valparaiso, IN, 46385
K-5Public
A
Trojan Virtual Academy
601 w morgan ave
chesterton, IN, 46304
K-12Public
Golden Bear Preschool
1115 e state rd 44
shelbyville, IN, 46176
PK, KPublic
Gary Virtual Academy
1800 e 35th ave
gary, IN, 46409
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Getting around Valparaiso near 101 Chicago St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 101 Chicago St, Valparaiso
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
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
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Catherine's Bridal Boutique
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Silcotts LLC
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1st United Methodist Church the Asbury Center
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Presbyterian Resale Shop
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Edie Boutique
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Roots Market Cafe
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Parea
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Pikk's Tavern
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Bao's Pastry
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Belle Estanni Bake Shoppe
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Spice & Tea Exchange
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Playground
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