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Highlights

  • Zero Deposit
  • Professionally managed
  • Spacious living room and kitchen
  • Living room and separate dining room area
  • Large kitchen with dishwasher

Location

5501 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60641, USA|Belmont Cragin
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Management

5550 West North LLC

Leasing office

(773) 492-4085

Property Overview

5501 W Wellington Ave offers a strong overall rating of 8.8 from Zumper, indicating it is a highly recommended rental option. The property features a spacious living room and large kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, all managed by a professional team, ensuring a high standard of living. Its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and favorable location contribute to an excellent value proposition for potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” 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, 5501 W Wellington Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5501 W Wellington Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath675 sqft$1,400 /mo1 unit availableBeautiful 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom apartment in Belmont Cragin garden unit. Living Room and separate dining room area, large kitchen with dishwasher. Coin-operated washer/dryer. Professionally managed. Tenant pays gas and electric. No security deposit, $500 move-in fee, $50 online application fee per adult, no dogs allowed.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath875 sqft$1,600 /mo1 unit availableBeautiful 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom apartment in Belmont Cragin on 2nd floor. Spacious living room and kitchen. Shared coin-operated washer/dryer. Professionally managed. Tenant pays gas and electric. No security deposit, $500 move-in fee, $50 online application fee per adult, no dogs allowed.

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Amenities for 5501 W Wellington Ave

Building

Cats OK
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

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One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
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HomeApartments in ChicagoBelmont Cragin 5501 W Wellington Ave

Beautiful 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom apartment in Belmont Cragin garden unit. Living Room and separate dining room area, large kitchen with dishwasher. Coin-operated washer/dryer. Professionally managed. Tenant pays gas and electric. No security deposit, $500 move-in fee, $50 online application fee per adult, no dogs allowed.


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, 5501 W Wellington Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5501 W Wellington Ave 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 5501 W Wellington Ave
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.
5501 W Wellington Ave 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·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, 5501 W Wellington Ave 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.
5501 W Wellington Ave 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find 5501 W Wellington Ave to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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 5501 W Wellington Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Belmont Cragin

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% higher than 1-bedrooms in Belmont Cragin.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5501 W Wellington Ave to be 3% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Belmont Cragin.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Belmont Cragin
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,987
April 2024$1,745
May 2024$1,751
June 2024$1,764
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$1,655
A table of studio rental data trends in Belmont Cragin
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$968
April 2024$950
May 2024$850
June 2024$930
July 2024$950
August 2024$855
February 2025$975
March 2025$1,017
April 2025$1,045
May 2025$1,019
June 2025$1,035
July 2025$995
August 2025$995
January 2026$1,048
February 2026$1,050
March 2026$1,050

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,400.
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Schools near 5501 W Wellington Ave

Schubert Elementary School

2727 n long ave

chicago, IL, 60639

PK, K-5Public
C

Chicago Academy Elementary School

3400 n austin ave

chicago, IL, 60634

PK, K-8Public
B-

Belmont-Cragin Elementary School

5252 w palmer st

chicago, IL, 60639

PK, K-8Public
C-

Union Ridge Elementary School

4600 n oak park ave

harwood heights, IL, 60706

PK, K-8Public
A-

Beard Elementary School

6445 w strong st

chicago, IL, 60656

PK, K-3Public
B+
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Neighborhood

Belmont Cragin | Chicago, IL

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

Getting around Chicago near 5501 W Wellington Ave

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5501 W Wellington Ave, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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