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1542 W Cortez St #2
1542 W Cortez St #2, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

Monthly rent	$3,600Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Beds	3
Baths	1
Sqft	–

Monthly rent	$3,600Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Beds	3
Baths	1
Sqft	–

Updated 1 Hour Ago

Highlights

Pet Friendly

Location

1542 W Cortez St #2, Chicago, IL 60642, USA|West Town

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Contact

Susan Nice

Dream Town Realty

(312) 265-8000

Amenities for 1542 W Cortez St #2, West Town

Features

2 Floors	Air Conditioning
Central Air	Fireplace
Hardwood Floor	Natural Gas

Appliances

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Community

Cats OK	Dogs OK
Exterior Type: Brick	Onsite Laundry
Steam

Grounds

2 Parking Spaces	Garage Parking
Outdoor Space

Other

Six Rooms

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Policies and fees

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 1542 W Cortez St #2

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1542 W Cortez St #2, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

Property Status: Active Welcome home to this beautifully rehabbed, top floor unit in amazing Wicker Park location. Enter the unit into the foyer featuring a generous coat closet which leads into a bright, spacious home featuring beautiful hardwood flooring and fresh design throughout. Abundant, south-facing windows fill the living room and kitchen with terrific natural light. Sprawling living room has handsome fireplace that anchors the living room and creates a warm space to enjoy everyday living. The living room flows directly into the kitchen for ideal convenience and entertaining. The brand new kitchen showcases white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, new stainless steel appliances, and an island with space for bar seating. The generously sized main and second bedrooms offer abundant closet space and new overhead lighting. The third bedroom makes an excellent home office. The beautifully updated bathroom features two vanities and a brand new porcelain-tiled walk-in shower with a rain showerhead. Enjoy the comforts of modern living with in-unit laundry, updated electrical, plumbing, and a new central HVAC system providing heat and central air conditioning. Delight in the huge shared backyard in this intimate two-unit building, complete with a patio and gardening possibilities. Unbeatable location ideally located in the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood, within walking distance to the best restaurants and coffee shops. Public transportation is minutes away with access to the Blue Line and buses; plus easy access to the expressway. One garage parking spot available for $200/month. Pets welcome with pet fee of $300/pet. Limit 2 pets. Office Phone: (773) 822-2131 Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC|MLS Listing No. 12802600

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Address details

Neighborhood	West Town
Zip code	60642
Type	House for rent

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Rent trends in West Town

3-bedroom apartments at 1542 W Cortez St #2 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in West Town.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.

West Town

Chicago

A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
Month	Median Rent
November 2024	$2,898
December 2024	$2,891
January 2025	$2,880
February 2025	$2,917
March 2025	$2,888
April 2025	$2,911
May 2025	$2,944
June 2025	$2,961
July 2025	$2,986
August 2025	$2,854
September 2025	$2,699
October 2025	$2,650
November 2025	$2,839
December 2025	$2,640
January 2026	$2,649
February 2026	$2,751
March 2026	$2,932
April 2026	$2,985
May 2026	$3,000
June 2026	$3,024
July 2026	$2,967
August 2026	$2,889
September 2026	$2,832
October 2026	$2,776

A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in West Town
Month	Median Rent
November 2024	$3,000
December 2024	$3,000
January 2025	$3,050
February 2025	$3,250
March 2025	$3,332
April 2025	$3,198
May 2025	$3,080
June 2025	$3,187
July 2025	$3,220
August 2025	$3,377
September 2025	$3,384
October 2025	$3,352
November 2025	$3,342
December 2025	$3,103
January 2026	$3,248
February 2026	$3,471
March 2026	$3,870
April 2026	$3,822
May 2026	$3,835
June 2026	$3,873
July 2026	$3,749
August 2026	$3,615
September 2026	$3,511
October 2026	$3,704

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Neighborhood

West Town | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE

Lively and energetic

You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Chicago near 1542 W Cortez St #2

Walking

10/10

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

8/10

Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

9/10

Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1542 W Cortez St #2, Chicago

Groceries

10/10

At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10

Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

8/10

Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

9/10

Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10

At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10

At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10

Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10

Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 1542 W Cortez St #2

Ashland Market

1053 N Ashland Ave

Rodriguez Super Market

1054 N Ashland Ave

Garden Gourmet Market

1130 N Ashland Ave

Foxtrot Market

1722 W Division St

San Jose Groceries

1748 W Chicago Ave

Julia Needlman Custom Couture

1027 N Marshfield Ave

MB Sales Western Wear

918 N Ashland Ave

City Sports

1201 N Milwaukee Ave

LexLuxury Boutique

1522 W Chicago Ave

Astrology Boutique

1657 W Division St

Intelligentsia Coffee

1609 W Division St

Kung Fu Tea

1624 W Division St

Kurimu

1632 W Division St

Philz Coffee

1640 W Division St

Starbucks

1701 W Division St

Frontier

1072 N Milwaukee Ave

Arabia Cafe Hooka Lounge

1046 N Milwaukee Ave

The Chipp Inn

832 N Greenview Ave

Loop Tavern

1610 W Chicago Ave

M L Restaurant

1649 W Division St

Hoosier Mama Pie Company

1618 W Chicago Ave

Wake N Bakery Wake N Bakery

1659 W Division St

Cinnaholic

1295 N Milwaukee Ave

Flourish Cake Design

525 N Ashland Ave

Pierre's Bakery Chicago

1956 W Chicago Ave

Playground

Near North Montessori Playground

Eckhart Park Community Garden

Eckhart Park

Honoré Park

Monlung Restaurant

1009 N Ashland Ave

La Condesa

1003 N Ashland Ave

Kimchi Pop

939 N Ashland Ave

Alegrias Seafood

1024 N Ashland Ave

Pappanino's Pizzeria

925 N Ashland Ave

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