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5051 N Kenmore Ave offers strong value, with an 8.6/10 overall Zumper Expert Rating, top price and amenities scores, and a 9/10 location rating. Notable features include a dishwasher, vinyl plank flooring, a built-in microwave, granite countertops, Wi‑Fi, and a gas range, while the nearby top-rated elementary school and high value-for-money ranking add to its appeal.
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Pet owners| Uptown – Fully Updated 1-Bedroom – Available 11/1/2026 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 362 sqft | $1,520 /mo | 1 unit available | com lz d9d4e3d0a6 ---- This cozy 1-bedroom apartment is on a quiet, tree lined street one block south of Foster, steps away from great dining on both Argyle and Broadway, a 3-minute walk to the Argyle Red Line Station or the 92, 136, 146, 147, & 151 busses, 2 blocks from Mariano’s and Old World Market, a 10-minute walk to Foster Beach, and a 10-minute bike ride to Montrose Beach. • Approximately 362 sf. in this updated 3rd-floor apartment. • Premium vinyl plank flooring throughout. • Open-concept kitchen / living room. • Kitchen features granite countertops and good cabinet space. • Appliance package includes a gas range, full-size fridge, and built-in microwave. • In-unit washer & dryer. • Bedroom has a nice closet, and is approximately 9’ x 10’, capable of taking a queen-size bed plus furniture. • Updated ceramic tile bathroom has a walk-in shower stall plus a newer vanity, medicine cabinet, and lighting. • Living room and bedroom each have a sleeve unit for A/C and heat. • Water, sewer, trash removal and recycling are included.    • Pet cats and dogs up to 35# OK with additional up-front fee—no monthly pet rent; breed restrictions do apply. • $1,520.00 per month. • $45.00 per month for Wi-Fi. • 11/1/2026 Move in Date • $-0- security deposit. One-time base move-in fee of $500, plus $150 per adult. • $75 application per adult: -Applications will be evaluated based on credit history, verifiable household income, rental history, eviction/foreclosure history, references.   -No registered sex offenders or persons under a current child sex offender residency restriction. -Applicants reserve the right to dispute inaccuracies relevant to criminal history and provide evidence of rehabilitation and/or mitigating factors.   - https www cookcountyil gov agency commission-human-rights-0     Photos may be of a model or similar apartment. All measurements and depictions are approximate; actual unit finishes, features, and layout may vary. ***This is an occupied apartment home that requires at least 48 hours of advance notice before a scheduled showing.*** This property is professionally managed by:        Root Property Group, Inc. * 4237 N Lincoln Ave * Chicago, IL 60618 * 773.692.3602 * Serving Chicago Since 1983 * Real Estate Simplified *    To see all our available apartment homes, please check out: www RootRealty com Rentals 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Digital Lease Package Dogs Welcome Granite Countertops Intercom Entry Online Application Online Rent Payment Premium Vinyl Plank Flooring Professionally Managed Resident Portal Sleeve Heat & A/C Walk To Beach Walk To Busses Walk To Grocery Store Walk To Train Washer/Dryer | |
| **** Move In Special*** Uptown – Updated Corner Unit - 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath | 2 bed | 1 bath | 719 sqft | $2,175 /mo | 1 unit available | com lz 4237db503d ---- This 2-bedroom / 1-bath apartment homed is located on a quiet, tree lined street one block south of Foster, steps away from great dining on both Argyle and Broadway, a 3-minute walk to the Argyle Red Line Station or loads of busses at Foster & Sheridan, 2 blocks from Mariano’s or Old World Market, a 10-minute walk to Foster Beach, and a 10-minute bike ride to Montrose Beach. ********** Move In Fee Waived if you move in before 11/1/2026********** • Premium vinyl plank flooring throughout this 3rd-floor corner unit. • Open-concept kitchen / living room combination. • Galley kitchen features granite countertops and good cabinet space. • Appliance package includes a dishwasher, gas range, full-size fridge, and built-in microwave. • Master bedroom is approximately 11’ x 12’ with a nice closet, and can taking a queen-size bed plus furniture. • Second bedroom is approximately 11’ x 11’ with a nice closet and can also take a queen size bed plus furniture. • Updated ceramic tile bathroom has a full bathtub plus a newer vanity, medicine cabinet, and lighting. • Living room and both bedrooms have sleeve heat and A/C units. • Water, sewer, trash removal and recycling are included.    • Pet cats and dogs up to 45# OK with additional up-front fee—no monthly pet rent; breed restrictions do apply. • $2,175.00 per month. • $45.00 per month additional for Wi-Fi. • $-0- security deposit. One-time base move-in fee of $500, plus $200 per adult. (See Leasing Special above) • $75 application per adult: -Applications will be evaluated based on credit history, verifiable household income, rental history, eviction/foreclosure history, references.   -No registered sex offenders or persons under a current child sex offender residency restriction. -Applicants reserve the right to dispute inaccuracies relevant to criminal history and provide evidence of rehabilitation and/or mitigating factors.   - https www cookcountyil gov agency commission-human-rights-0     All measurements and depictions are approximate; actual unit finishes, features, and layout may vary. This property is professionally managed by:        Root Property Group * 4237 N Lincoln Ave * Chicago, IL 60618 * 773.692.3602 * Serving Chicago Since 1983 * Real Estate Simplified *    To see all our available apartment homes, please check out: www RootPG com Rentals |
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Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Services
| Package Service |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
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| Units | 2 |
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How 5051 N Kenmore Ave compares to other nearby properties.
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Considerations
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 20% lower than 1-bedrooms in Uptown.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5051 N Kenmore Ave to be 24% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Uptown.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,700 |
| 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 | $1,691 |
| July 2026 | $1,658 |
| August 2026 | $1,650 |
| September 2026 | $1,650 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,350 |
| October 2024 | $1,286 |
| November 2024 | $1,287 |
| December 2024 | $1,275 |
| January 2025 | $1,272 |
| February 2025 | $1,266 |
| March 2025 | $1,305 |
| April 2025 | $1,346 |
| May 2025 | $1,348 |
| June 2025 | $1,350 |
| July 2025 | $1,364 |
| August 2025 | $1,354 |
| September 2025 | $1,347 |
| October 2025 | $1,336 |
| November 2025 | $1,293 |
| December 2025 | $1,251 |
| January 2026 | $1,250 |
| February 2026 | $1,280 |
| March 2026 | $1,301 |
| April 2026 | $1,318 |
| May 2026 | $1,389 |
| June 2026 | $1,412 |
| July 2026 | $1,372 |
| August 2026 | $1,358 |
| September 2026 | $1,350 |
Can I afford to live at 5051 N Kenmore Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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