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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Tennis courts
  • Basketball courts
  • Indoor pool
  • Shared laundry in building
  • Charming garden apartment
  • Downtown chicago

Location

1827 S May St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA|Lower West Side
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Property Overview

1827 S. May is a highly rated, competitively priced rental option in downtown Chicago, earning a 9/10 overall Zumper Expert Rating with especially strong scores for value, location, and quality. Residents can enjoy an impressive mix of amenities, including tennis and basketball courts, an indoor pool, shared laundry in the building, and a charming garden apartment setting. The property is also well-suited to pet owners, with outdoor spaces and numerous nearby pet services, and is presented with a transparent, detailed listing that supports its strong trustworthiness rating.

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Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
1827 S. May 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 Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathWelcome to your new home just half a block from 18th Street—the pulse of Pilsen. This sunny 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is perfectly situated on a quiet residential stretch of S. May St, giving you peace and privacy just around the corner from the neighborhood’s best dining, street art, coffee shops, and bars. Located on the second floor, the apartment features high ceilings, a west-facing layout with great natural light, and an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and plenty of cabinet space. Central heat and A/C provide year-round comfort, and laundry is conveniently located in the building. Just a 3-minute walk to the Pink Line at 18th, a short drive to the Dan Ryan and Eisenhower expressways, and minutes from UIC, Rush Medical District, and downtown—this location makes commuting or exploring the city effortless. !!Laundry in Building!! Live where culture, convenience, and community meet—this is classic Pilsen living. Pets under 35 pounds are welcome 2 pets max. Restrictions apply All well qualified candidates: - Must have a credit score of 600 or higher (or co-signer) - No evictions or collections with utility companies - Proof of income (2.5 - 3x the rent) - $50 application fee $325 nonrefundable move in fee and first month rent due at lease signing Please contact our leasing agent Owen for additional information and to schedule a viewing via email at **** or TEXT 614-937-1560.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bathNestled in the heart of Pilsen, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom garden apartment awaits you. Situated just a stone's throw away from Harrison Park, you'll have access to a host of recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, outdoor gymnastics bars, tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, soccer fields, and a track. In proximity to the National Mexican Museum of Art. Everyday essentials like Walgreens, ALDI, COSTCO, Dunkin' Donuts, and Pete's Fresh Market are within walking distance. For commuters and employees of UIC, Cook County Hospital, SINAI, and Downtown Chicago, the location is excellent, with easy access to major highways like I-90/94, I-55, I-290, and I-294. Shared Laundry in Building. Pets up to 35 pounds are welcome, with a maximum of 2 pets allowed. No aggressive breed of dogs. -Minimum credit score of 600 and a stable monthly income (or a co-signer) -Clean rental history with no prior evictions or outstanding debts to utility companies -First month's rent is due at lease signing -A move-in fee of $325 -A $50 application fee For more details, or to arrange a viewing, kindly reach out to Owen via email at **** or by sending a text to 614-937-1560.

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Rent trends in Lower West Side

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Lower West Side
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,835
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$1,657
April 2026$1,637
May 2026$1,684
June 2026$1,695
A table of studio rental data trends in Lower West Side
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,450
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

Schools near 1827 S. May

Jungman Elementary School

1746 s miller st

chicago, IL, 60608

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1814 s paulina ave

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Bridgeport Child Development Center

3053 s normal ave

chicago, IL, 60616

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Rudolph Elementary Learning Center

1628 w washington blvd

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-7Public
C+

Thomas Early Childhood Center

3625 s hoyne ave

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 1827 S May St

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1827 S May St, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Several 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

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

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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