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1245 S California

1251 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

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$1,585 2 2
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2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment

$1,585
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,025 Sq. Ft.

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Nov. 30
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1249-2
$1,585
1,025
11/30/26
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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Property Information

  • Built in 1924
  • 12 units / 4 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Administration Fee
    $15 / mo

Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • 2nd floor
  • Bonus Room/Den
  • Close to Public Transportation
  • High-end finishes
  • On-site Laundry
  • Parking Available
  • Secondary Entrance

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Den
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Patio

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities

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Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable80 / 100

Transit

Strong public transit80 / 100

Driveability

Moderately drivable60 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable70 / 100

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Active73 / 100

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Transit

Subway
2 min Drive
CTA
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
Chicago Midway International
13 min Drive
Chicago Midway International
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
28 min Drive
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Moving to Lawndale, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 1245 S California proximity to Western Plaza, Lawndale Plaza, and 917-921 S Western Ave. Western Plaza is 0.9 miles away, and Lawndale Plaza is within a 15 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, 1245 S California has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.4 miles. Transit options include California Station (Pink Line) and Kedzie Station (Pink Line).

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 1245 S California are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including Douglas Park and Community Center, Garfield Park and Golden Dome Field House, and Humboldt Park.

Airports

Living in Lawndale provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 13 minutes from 1245 S California. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 17.6 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

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St Agatha Catholic Academy

Grades PK-8

Private

4 rating

Chalmers Elementary Specialty School

Grades PK-8

Public

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Hope College Prep High School

Grades 9-11

Public

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Latino Youth High School

Grades 9-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Rush University

Drive: 3 min (1.8 mi)

Malcolm X College

Drive: 3 min (1.8 mi)

Univ. of Ill. at Chicago

Drive: 5 min (2.3 mi)

Kendall College

Drive: 9 min (3.9 mi)

About 1245 S California

This 12-unit building is in North Lawndale, Chicago. These apartments offer great amenities. Walking distance to Douglas Park ICE Theaters, and can be easily accessed via CTA Blue Line at the Western-Forest Park stop. Call today for a showing!

1245 S California is an apartment community in Chicago, IL

Contact

Property Address:
1251 S California Ave,
Chicago, IL 60608
Phone Number: (866) 355-6554
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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