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Highlights

  • Ceiling fans
  • Recently renovated
  • Living room
  • Stainless steel stove
  • White fridge

Location

5256 West North Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639, United States|Austin
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Management

5550 West North LLC

Leasing office

(773) 492-4085

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit available1 bed / 1 bath apartment in a professionally managed, vintage brick building. Recently renovated with stainless steel stove and white fridge. Ceiling fans in living room and bedroom. Located in the north Austin neighborhood. No security deposit, $500 non-refundable move-in fee. $50 application fee per adult. No pets.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

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About 5256 W North

HomeApartments in ChicagoAustin 5256 W North

1 bed / 1 bath apartment in a professionally managed, vintage brick building. Recently renovated with stainless steel stove and white fridge. Ceiling fans in living room and bedroom. Located in the north Austin neighborhood. No security deposit, $500 non-refundable move-in fee. $50 application fee per adult. No pets.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 5256 W North is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5256 W North 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 5256 W North
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.
5256 W North 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·9A 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.
5256 W North goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5256 W North receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5256 W North 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 5256 W North 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.

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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in Austin

1-bedroom apartments at 5256 W North cost about 20% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Austin.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
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Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,575
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,627
March 2024$1,926
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Austin
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$818
January 2024$801
February 2024$810
March 2024$830
April 2024$832
May 2024$846
June 2024$837
July 2024$804
August 2024$847
September 2024$895
October 2024$984
November 2024$1,227
December 2024$2,378
January 2025$2,610
February 2025$2,742
March 2025$2,940
April 2025$2,942
May 2025$1,515
June 2025$1,145
July 2025$1,115
August 2025$1,028
September 2025$920
October 2025$889
November 2025$1,002

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 5256 W North

Leslie Lewis Elementary School

1431 n leamington ave

chicago, IL, 60651

PK, K-8Public
C+

Belmont-Cragin Elementary School

5252 w palmer st

chicago, IL, 60639

PK, K-8Public
C-

Chicago Academy Elementary School

3400 n austin ave

chicago, IL, 60634

PK, K-8Public
B-

Plato Learning Academy Elementary School

5545 w harrison st

chicago, IL, 60644

K-8Public
C-

Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School

3030 w arthington st

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Chicago near 5256 West North Avenue

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5256 West North Avenue, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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