Cozy 1-Bedroom Apartment Near Midway
2949 W 56th St, Chicago, IL 60629
$1,100/month | Available Oct 1 | $800 Move-In Fee
Welcome home to this bright and spacious 1-bedroom apartment in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood on Chicago's southwest side just minutes from Midway Airport, the Kedzie Orange Line Station, and major expressways for an easy commute anywhere in the city.
Apartment Highlights
Sun-filled living room with plenty of natural light
Large bedroom with generous closet space
Clean, functional kitchen with ample storage
Central heat (control your own comfort!)
Laundry room available in the basement
Easy, no-permit street parking
Access to a rear yard perfect for barbecues or relaxing outdoors
Well-maintained, quiet building with respectful neighbors
About the Neighborhood
Enjoy a safe, welcoming community with everything you need nearby:
Transportation: Minutes to the Kedzie Orange Line and CTA bus routes convenient for downtown commuters
Recreation: Marquette Park offers trails, a lagoon, and a golf course just around the corner
Coffee & Eats: Starbucks, Lou Malnati's, and authentic local taquerias within minutes
Shopping: Jewel-Osco, Pete's Market, and Target close by
Fitness: LA Fitness just three blocks away
Close to schools, churches, and family-owned shops
Details
Available: October 1
Rent: $1,100/month
Move-In Costs: $1,900 total (First Month + $800 Move-In Fee)
Requirements: No evictions | Background & income check required
Residential Lease Agreement Summary
This Residential Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is made effective as of [Start Date, e.g., July 1, 2025], by and between [Landlord's Full Name], hereinafter referred to as "Landlord," and [Tenant's Full Name], hereinafter referred to as "Tenant."
Lease Term:
Start Date: Oct 1, 2025
End Date: Sept 30, 2026
This is a 12-month lease. After the initial term, it may convert to month-to-month with written agreement.
Rent & Fees:
Monthly Rent: $1,200
Due Date: 1st of each month
Late Fee: $50 after the 5th of the month
Move-In Fee: $800 (non-refundable, due at signing)
Security Deposit: None
Total Due at Signing: $2000 (First Month's Rent + Move-In Fee)
Utilities:
Tenant is responsible for:
Electric
Gas
Landlord covers water, sewer, and trash services.
Heating & Parking:
Central heating system inside the unit
Street parking available and typically easy (no permit required)
Occupancy & Lifestyle Expectations:
Max occupancy: 1-2 adults
No subleasing or short-term rentals (e.g., Airbnb)
Quiet, respectful living is required. No parties, excessive noise, or frequent visitors disrupting the peace.
Looking for a drama-free, responsible tenant with a steady lifestyle.
Tenant Requirements:
Minimum credit score: 600 (will be verified)
No prior evictions (mandatory screening)
Background check and proof of income required
Monthly income should be at least 3x the rent ($3,000/month)
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,100/mo
2947 W 56th St #2, Chicago, IL 60629
1beds
750sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
No pets
Window unit
Shared laundry
Off street parking
Forced air
What's special
Bright living spaceCentral heat inside unit
- 12 days
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air, wifi available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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10/5/2025 | Price change | $1,100-8.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
8/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,200+20%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
6/18/2025 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
6/13/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,000+66.7%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner | ||