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Highlights

  • Peaceful retreat
  • Off-street parking
  • Urban living
  • Tranquil retreat
  • Spacious living area
  • Experience urban living

Location

521 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
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Management

Core 3 Residential Real Estate, LLC

Leasing office

(309) 485-5282

Property Overview

521 E. Chestnut offers an impressive overall Zumper rating of 8.6, highlighting its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities rated at 9 out of 10. The property is ideally located near a variety of cultural, dining, and recreational options, earning a location rating of 9, while also providing peaceful urban living and off-street parking. Additionally, its transparency and trustworthiness, reflected in an 8 out of 10 rating, assure potential renters of a reliable living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath850 sqft$895 /mo1 unit availableExperience modern living in this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, perfectly situated in a highly desirable location! This thoughtfully updated home offers convenience and style, with brand-new hardwood flooring throughout that adds warmth and elegance to each room. Step into a spa-like bathroom where you can unwind after a long day, featuring luxurious finishes that bring relaxation to a whole new level. The private entrances provide an added touch of exclusivity, offering you the peace and privacy you deserve. Located close to shopping, dining, and entertainment, this apartment places everything you need just minutes away. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity—schedule a tour today and make this stunning space your new home!

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Amenities for 521 E. Chestnut

Apartment Amenities

Landlord Pays WaterTenant Pays Electric
Tenant Pays Gas

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry
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Policies and fees

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One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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About 521 E. Chestnut

HomeApartments in Bloomington 521 E. Chestnut

Experience modern living in this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, perfectly situated in a highly desirable location! This thoughtfully updated home offers convenience and style, with brand-new hardwood flooring throughout that adds warmth and elegance to each room. Step into a spa-like bathroom where you can unwind after a long day, featuring luxurious finishes that bring relaxation to a whole new level. The private entrances provide an added touch of exclusivity, offering you the peace and privacy you deserve. Located close to shopping, dining, and entertainment, this apartment places everything you need just minutes away. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity—schedule a tour today and make this stunning space your new home!


521 E. Chestnut is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 54 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 21 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 57 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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 521 E. Chestnut compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 400 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Bloomington

2-bedroom apartments at 521 E. Chestnut cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bloomington.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Bloomington
A table of studio rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,112
November 2024$943
December 2024$958
January 2025$939
February 2025$861
March 2025$877
April 2025$787
May 2025$774
June 2025$749
July 2025$714
August 2025$745
September 2025$725
October 2025$731
November 2025$804
December 2025$843
January 2026$860
February 2026$822
March 2026$858
April 2026$939
May 2026$807
June 2026$785
July 2026$799
August 2026$799
September 2026$750

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 521 E. Chestnut

Bent Elementary School

904 n roosevelt ave

bloomington, IL, 61701

K-5Public
C+

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Sarah E. Raymond School of Early Education

1402 w olive st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Congerville Elementary School

310 e kauffman st

congerville, IL, 61729

K-4Public
A
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Getting around Bloomington near 521 E Chestnut St

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
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

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 521 E Chestnut St, Bloomington

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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