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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Granite countertops
  • Beautifully renovated
  • Newly installed intercom system
  • Brand-new stainless steel appliances
  • 2-bedroom apartment

Location

5235 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60644, USA|Austin
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Management

Ogden Management Group

Leasing office

(773) 690-5329

Property Overview

5235 W Lake has an overall strong rating, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting a solid balance of value and convenience. Its renovated interiors include hardwood floors, granite countertops, brand-new stainless steel appliances, and a newly installed intercom system, while the nearby top-rated elementary school adds an additional convenience factor.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 5235 W Lake is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5235 W Lake 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

2 Bed / 1 Bath2 bed1 bath$1,650 /mo1 unit availableBeautifully Renovated 2-Bedroom Apartment in Chicago’s Austin Neighborhood! Come see this newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in the heart of Austin! Conveniently located near the CTA Green Line, making commuting around Chicago easy. Features include: Beautiful hardwood floors Brand-new stainless steel appliances Granite countertops Individual forced-air heating furnaces and hot water tanks in each unit Newly installed security camera system Brand-new intercom system

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Amenities for 5235 W Lake

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite LaundrySecurity Cameras

Services

On-Site Maintenance
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 5235 W Lake

HomeApartments in ChicagoAustin 5235 W Lake

Beautifully Renovated 2-Bedroom Apartment in Chicago’s Austin Neighborhood! Come see this newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in the heart of Austin! Conveniently located near the CTA Green Line, making commuting around Chicago easy. Features include: Beautiful hardwood floors Brand-new stainless steel appliances Granite countertops Individual forced-air heating furnaces and hot water tanks in each unit Newly installed security camera system Brand-new intercom system


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 5235 W Lake is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5235 W Lake 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 5235 W Lake
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.
5235 W Lake 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.
5235 W Lake goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on-site maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5235 W Lake 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.
5235 W Lake 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 5235 W Lake does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
5235 W Lake provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 5235 W Lake compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

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Rent trends in Austin

2-bedroom apartments at 5235 W Lake cost about 18% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Austin.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
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Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,562
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
October 2026$1,726
A table of studio rental data trends in Austin
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,299
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
December 2025$1,150
January 2026$1,133
February 2026$1,108
March 2026$1,036
April 2026$1,068
May 2026$1,050
June 2026$997
July 2026$998
August 2026$978
September 2026$966
October 2026$1,300

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 5235 W Lake St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$66,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Schools near 5235 W Lake

Ellington Elementary School

243 n parkside ave

chicago, IL, 60644

PK, K-8Public
C-

Plato Learning Academy Elementary School

5545 w harrison st

chicago, IL, 60644

K-8Public
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Chicago Commons Nia Family Center

744 n monticello ave

chicago, IL, 60624

PKPublic

Belmont-Cragin Elementary School

5252 w palmer st

chicago, IL, 60639

PK, K-8Public
C-

Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences

1633 north hamlin ave

chicago, IL, 60647

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 5235 W Lake St

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5235 W Lake St, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

8/10
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

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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