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  • University Station

    1550 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

    Apartment building
    Studio-3 beds

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    What's special

    Exceptional Pilsen rental offering city living with an impressive list of included utilities and building amenities. This lightly furnished 2-bedroom, 1-bath Chicago condo features a large private terrace with patio furniture, an in-unit washer and dryer, central air conditioning, and comfortable living space in a highly convenient location. Rent includes water, gas, A/C, garbage service, and internet-tenant is responsible for electricity/ComEd. Residents also enjoy access to the building's fitness center, dog runs, and community/party room. Optional on-site parking is available, with plentiful street parking nearby. Located near UIC, Rush University Medical Center and the Illinois Medical District, with convenient access to Pilsen, the West Loop and Downtown Chicago. Restaurants, coffee shops, bars, entertainment, arts and neighborhood attractions are just steps away. Available lightly furnished. Enjoy included utilities, desirable amenities, and an outstanding Chicago location. Schedule your private showing today! Living Room (14X13) Kitchen (17X12) Laundry (4X4) 2nd Bedroom (12X11) Master Bedroom (13X12) Interior Property Features Elevator, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, 10' Ceiling, Open Floorplan, Doorman, Granite Counters, Lobby Unit Floor Level 12 Rooms 4 Master Bedroom Bath Full Exterior Building Type Brick Exterior Property Features Patio, Dog Run, Cable Access Parking Garage Air Conditioning Central Air Water Public Sewer Septic-Mechanical Heat/Fuel Gas, Forced Air Common Area Amenities Door Person, Elevator, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Security Door Locks, Ceiling Fan, Elevator(s), Patio Management Manager On-site General Information School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access Fees/Approvals Move-in Fee, Move-in Mon-Fri, Move-in Saturday, Move Out Fee Monthly Rent Incl: Cable TV, Cooking Gas, Electricity, Heat, Water, Doorman, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Storage Lockers, Snow Removal, Air Conditioning, Tax, Common Insurance, Exercise Facilities, Wi-Fi, Sewer, Trash Collection Disability Access and/or Equipped Yes Disability Access/Equipment Details 2+ Access Exits, 36 inch or more wide halls, Main Level Entry, Vehicle Transfer Area Pets Allowed Yes Max Pet Weight 50 Pet Information Dogs OK Security Deposit 2000 Directions 18th Street to Blue Island and North to address

    Neighborhood: University Village - Little Italy

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    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Good Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Chicago

    Smyth J Elementary School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.5 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    3/10
    Wells Community Academy High School
    Grades 9-12 • 2.7 miles
    1/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    College Readiness Rating
    1/10

    University Village–Little Italy sits just west of downtown Chicago, with a mix of historic streets, newer residential blocks, and the University of Illinois Chicago campus nearby. The neighborhood’s Italian heritage is especially visible along Taylor Street, where restaurants, bakeries, and cafés create a well-known dining corridor; local shops add to the area’s convenient, walkable feel. Residents can find outdoor space at Arrigo Park, with paths, open lawns, and a playground, while the nearby Chicago River offers additional routes for walking and biking. Cultural attractions and the broader West Loop dining and nightlife scene are within reach. The CTA Blue Line and several bus routes connect the area to other parts of the city, and major roads provide additional options for getting around. For the University Village - Little Italy neighborhood, the median rent is $2,500 per month, with a typical range of $735 to $10,000.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of University Station?

    University Station has a walk score of 93, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of University Station?

    University Station has a transit score of 65, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to University Station?

    The schools assigned to University Station include Smyth J Elementary School and Wells Community Academy High School.

    What neighborhood is University Station in?

    University Station is in the University Village - Little Italy neighborhood in Chicago, IL.

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