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Highlights

  • Zero Deposit
  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Central heat
  • Central heat
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Hardwood floors throughout

Location

5436 W Potomac Ave, Chicago, IL 60651, USA|Austin
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Management

243 N Mason

Leasing office

(312) 462-4030

Property Overview

5436 W Potomac features spacious bedrooms, central heating, and hardwood floors throughout, contributing to its appeal. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.5, it reflects excellent value with a price rating of 10, an amenities rating of 9, and a location rating also at 9, ensuring convenient access to schools and other local attractions. Additionally, it is recognized for its pet friendliness, supported by nearby pet care services.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 5436 W Potomac is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5436 W Potomac 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$1,700 /mo1 unit availableVery nice and spacious 3 bedroom apartment with central heat. The unit features: Big Kitchen w/ Eat-In Pinensula Light-Filled Living Room Spacious Bedrooms Large Foyer with walk-in closet Hardwood Floors throughout Fresh Paint New Blinds Central Heat Utilities Include Water, Trash and Maintenance $84 Application Fee (Done Online) No Security Deposit! Portal Fee and Administrative Fee/s apply. Cats and Dog OK with pet fee. Please reach out for more info and to schedule a showing! Silver Property Group, Ltd. Phone: 312.462.4030 Ext. 1 Email: **** www SilverPropertyGroup com

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Amenities for 5436 W Potomac

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

OvenOven/Range
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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HomeApartments in ChicagoAustin 5436 W Potomac

Very nice and spacious 3 bedroom apartment with central heat. The unit features: Big Kitchen w/ Eat-In Pinensula Light-Filled Living Room Spacious Bedrooms Large Foyer with walk-in closet Hardwood Floors throughout Fresh Paint New Blinds Central Heat Utilities Include Water, Trash and Maintenance $84 Application Fee (Done Online) No Security Deposit! Portal Fee and Administrative Fee/s apply. Cats and Dog OK with pet fee. Please reach out for more info and to schedule a showing! Silver Property Group, Ltd. Phone: 312.462.4030 Ext. 1 Email: **** www SilverPropertyGroup com


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, 5436 W Potomac is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5436 W Potomac 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 5436 W Potomac
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.
5436 W Potomac 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·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.
5436 W Potomac goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5436 W Potomac 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.
5436 W Potomac 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 5436 W Potomac 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.
5436 W Potomac 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.

5436 W Potomac is great for:

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 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 5436 W Potomac compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Austin

3-bedroom apartments at 5436 W Potomac cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Austin.

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Austin
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,635
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$1,657
April 2026$1,648
A table of studio rental data trends in Austin
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$821
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
December 2025$1,150
January 2026$1,133
February 2026$1,108
March 2026$1,036
April 2026$1,050

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 5436 W Potomac Ave?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near 5436 W Potomac

Young Elementary School

1434 n parkside ave

chicago, IL, 60651

PK, K-8Public
C-

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

Plato Learning Academy Elementary School

5545 w harrison st

chicago, IL, 60644

K-8Public
C-

Chicago Commons Nia Family Center

744 n monticello ave

chicago, IL, 60624

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Austin | Chicago, IL

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

Getting around Chicago near 5436 W Potomac Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5436 W Potomac Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 5436 W Potomac Ave

Moses Butcher Shop
5057 W Division St
Best Food Grocery
5751 W Augusta Blvd
Nicks Wine & Spirit Inc
5820 W North Ave
Chicago Express Market
5604 W Chicago Ave
Burnham Quick Mart
1201 N Austin Blvd

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