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Highlights
- Green space
- Granite countertops, tiled floors
Location
5050 S Laflin St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA|New City
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Property Overview
5050 S Laflin St receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent balance of value and amenities. The property features high-quality elements such as granite countertops and tiled floors, along with nearby green space, enhancing living standards. Its prime location, just a short distance from a top-rated high school, provides residents with convenient access to essential amenities and services, contributing to a favorable quality of life.
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Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,686 /mo | 3 units available | Discover comfort at 5050 S Laflin St Chicago, IL 60609. This charming 2-bed, 1-bath apartment offers hardwood flooring, an updated open kitchen with granite countertops and tiled floors, and bright living spaces. The neighborhood offers access to community-driven amenities, including proximity to Sherman Park for green space and sports, various local dining/shopping options, and easy transit via CTA bus routes and the Ashland Orange Line. Make your move today—reach out before it’s gone! |
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About 5050 S Laflin St
Discover comfort at 5050 S Laflin St Chicago, IL 60609. This charming 2-bed, 1-bath apartment offers hardwood flooring, an updated open kitchen with granite countertops and tiled floors, and bright living spaces. The neighborhood offers access to community-driven amenities, including proximity to Sherman Park for green space and sports, various local dining/shopping options, and easy transit via CTA bus routes and the Ashland Orange Line. Make your move today—reach out before it’s gone!
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
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 5050 S Laflin St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5050 S Laflin St 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·9A 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.
5050 S Laflin St stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, 5050 S Laflin St 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.
5050 S Laflin St 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 5050 S Laflin St to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 5050 S Laflin St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in New City
2-bedroom apartments at 5050 S Laflin St cost about 30% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New City.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
New City
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,248 |
| June 2024 | $2,337 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,210 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,952 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,041 |
| March 2026 | $2,232 |
| April 2026 | $2,219 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,095 |
| June 2024 | $1,095 |
| August 2024 | $1,096 |
| September 2024 | $1,100 |
| October 2024 | $1,123 |
| November 2024 | $1,195 |
| December 2024 | $900 |
| January 2025 | $1,100 |
| February 2025 | $1,100 |
| March 2025 | $1,350 |
| April 2025 | $1,350 |
| July 2025 | $998 |
| August 2025 | $999 |
| September 2025 | $998 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$67,440/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,440 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,686.
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Schools near 5050 S Laflin St
Arthur A. Libby Elementary School
5300 s loomis blvd
chicago, IL, 60609
PK, K-8Public
C
Chicago Commons Paulo Freire Center
1653 west 43rd st
chicago, IL, 60609
PKPublic
Christopher Elementary School
5042 s artesian ave
chicago, IL, 60632
K-8Public
C
Talman Elementary School
5450 s talman ave
chicago, IL, 60632
PK, K-8Public
B-
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
New City | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 5050 S Laflin St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
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 5050 S Laflin St, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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