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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Free parking
  • Cable ready
  • Updated kitchen
  • Updated bathroom
  • Separate dining/living room

Location

12648 California Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
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(844) 326-5877 ext. 9256

Property Overview

12648 California Ave earns a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.1 out of 10, supported by excellent marks for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness. It is noted for on-site laundry, free parking, cable readiness, updated kitchen and bathroom, plus a separate dining and living room, and it stands out for being close to top-rated middle and high schools.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 12648 California Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 12648 California 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
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12648 California Ave - 1st F...1 bed1 bath$1,299 /mo

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About 12648 California Ave

HomeApartments in Blue Island 12648 California Ave

12648 California Ave cost $1,299 per month. Located at 12648 California Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA, 12648 California Ave has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Blue Island, renting an apartment at 12648 California Ave is 8% more expensive per month.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 12648 California Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 12648 California 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 12648 California Ave
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.
12648 California Ave 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, 12648 California 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.
12648 California 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·6A 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 12648 California Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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 12648 California Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Blue Island

1-bedroom apartments at 12648 California Ave cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Blue Island.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Blue Island
A table of studio rental data trends in Blue Island
MonthMedian Rent
November 2025$1,300
December 2025$1,262

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$51,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,299.
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Schools near 12648 California Ave

George Washington Elementary School

12545 s homan ave

alsip, IL, 60803

K-5Public
C+

Horace Mann School

2975 w broadway st

blue island, IL, 60406

PKPublic

District 126 Early Childhood Center

12250 s orchard ave

alsip, IL, 60803

PKPublic

Gen. George Patton Elementary School

13700 s stewart ave

riverdale, IL, 60827

PK, K-8Public
D-

Wolcott School

200 n wolcott st

thornton, IL, 60476

PK, K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Blue Island near 12648 California Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 12648 California Ave, Blue Island

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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