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Highlights

  • Ceiling fan
  • Off-street parking
  • Separate dining room
  • Original hardwood floors
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared laundry

Location

101 E Chicago St, Valparaiso, IN 46383, USA
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Management

A+ Enterprises

Leasing office

(844) 326-5843 ext. 6857

Property Overview

Pioneer Apartments presents a strong option for renters, achieving an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.8 out of 10, underscored by high scores in price, amenities, and location. With notable features like original hardwood floors, off-street parking, and a separate dining room, this property exemplifies a remarkable balance between value and living quality. Additionally, its proximity to top-rated schools reinforces its appeal within the community.

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, 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

101 E Chicago St - 23Studio1 bath300 sqft$975 /moPioneer Apartments is located walking distance to downtown Valparaiso near shops and restaurants to enjoy all the square has to offer. There is shared laundry, off-street parking and backside grass courtyard.
101 E Chicago St - 21 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,150 /moPioneer Apartments is located walking distance to downtown Valparaiso near shops and restaurants to enjoy all the square has to offer. There is shared laundry, off-street parking and backside grass courtyard.
101 E Chicago St - 83 bed1 bath1,200 sqft$1,600 /moPioneer Apartments is located walking distance to downtown Valparaiso near shops and restaurants to enjoy all the square has to offer. There is shared laundry, off-street parking and backside grass courtyard.

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Onsite Laundry
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About Pioneer Apartments

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Pioneer Apartments is located walking distance to downtown Valparaiso near shops and restaurants to enjoy all the square has to offer. There is shared laundry, off-street parking and backside grass courtyard.


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, 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.
How we rated Pioneer Apartments
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

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

chad trebil

Jun 03, 2022

We’re sharing just 2 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Pioneer Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 7 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 Pioneer Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Valparaiso

Studio apartments at Pioneer Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Valparaiso.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% higher than 1-bedrooms in Valparaiso.

3-bedroom apartments at Pioneer Apartments cost about 28% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Valparaiso.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Valparaiso
A table of studio rental data trends in Valparaiso
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$833
May 2024$802
June 2024$841
July 2024$894
August 2024$915
September 2024$928
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $975.
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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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Valparaiso near 101 E 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 E Chicago St, Valparaiso

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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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