5142 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
What This House Offers
Property Id: 1729426
2 bedroom, 1 bath basement apartment for rent. The property is located on 52 St and Blackstone Avenue and it is on a quiet corner of the... street, fenced in, safe and convenient to everywhere (one block to Harper Court, 53rd Street, bus stop and Metra station, 10min walk to Lake Michigan and 15 min walk to UC campus). Central A/C and heating, Vinyl flooring, Granite countertop, new kitchen and new appliances. Washer dryer in unit. It will be available 7/1/2026 and only long term lease will be considered. No smoking, no pets, street parking. The rent is $1800/month and includes utilities (Water, electricity, trash and gas included, internet connection- activation required by tenant). Application fee will include background and credit check.
Unit
- $1,800 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1200 sq. ft.
- Available Jul 1
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Tile Floors
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
- Utilities Included
5142 S Blackstone Ave is a single-family home for rent in Chicago, IL
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$1,800
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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Chicago, IL 60615
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Shoesmith Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School
Grades PK-8
Private
Harte Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Hales Franciscan High School
Grades 6-12
Private
Kenwood Academy High School
Grades 6-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Chicago
Walk: 19 min (1 mi)
Ill. Inst. of Technology
Drive: 9 min (4 mi)
Columbia College Chicago
Drive: 12 min (6.1 mi)
Roosevelt University, Chicago
Drive: 13 min (6.7 mi)
Discover Hyde Park, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5142 S Blackstone Ave proximity to Dorchester Commons, 53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza, and Hyde Park Shopping Center. Dorchester Commons is 0.2 miles away, and 53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza is within a 7 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Hyde Park is exceptional public transit. Within 2.5 miles of 5142 S Blackstone Ave, you’ll find 51St Street Station, Garfield Station (Green Line), and 47Th Street Station (Green Line).
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5142 S Blackstone Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Museum of Science and Industry, Midway Plaisance Park, and Washington Park.
Airports
Living in Hyde Park provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 18 minutes from 5142 S Blackstone Ave. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 24.9 miles away.
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