5219 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL 60656
What This Apartment Offers
Charming & Fully Renovated 2BR/1BA in Quiet Norwood Park Two-Flat
Address: 5219 N Rutherford Ave, Unit 1, Chicago, IL 60656
Rent: $2,150/month
Availability: Immediate / Move-in Ready
Welcome home to this sun-drenched, beautifully updated raised first-floor apartment in a pristine 1930s red face brick two-flat. Meticulously cared for and maintained directly by an attentive single-building
owner—not a distant management company—this home offers character, quality updates, and peace of mind.
Unit Highlights & Interior Features:
• Sunlit Living Spaces: West-facing orientation floods the spacious living room with natural light through a handsome four-window bay.
• Thoughtfully Renovated: Freshly painted throughout with a brand-new kitchen and a newly custom-renovated walk-in kitchen pantry.
• Classic & Modern Bath: Newly updated bathroom retaining its original, deeply comfortable porcelain-enameled cast-iron soaking tub.
• Generous Floor Plan: Full formal living and dining rooms ideal for relaxing or working from home.
Outdoor Space & Building Amenities:
• Private Covered Deck: Step out back to your large, private covered deck overlooking tranquil, professionally curated native perennial gardens.
• Storage & Laundry: Includes free on-site basement laundry and a substantially large, private secure storage space in the basement.
• Efficient Warmth: Radiator heat powered by a cost-effective boiler, annually inspected and maintained to keep the home cozy all winter.
Prime Norwood Park Location:
Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street directly across from the local Garvey Elementary School. Minutes to I-90, the CTA Blue Line, and neighborhood parks—offering a quiet residential setting with easy access to downtown and O'Hare.
Lease Terms & Tenant Qualifications
• Rent: $2,150/month (Tenant pays electric and cooking/heating gas)
• Move-In: Immediate
• One-Time Non-Refundable Move-In Fee: $700
Qualifications:
o Minimum combined gross monthly income: $6,450 (3x monthly rent)
o Minimum credit score: 650+
o Non-smoking building
o Cats welcome; small mature dogs under 25–30 lbs. considered on a case-by-case basis
Fees: A $150 non-refundable pet fee per pet at move-in and $35/month pet rent.
Unit 1
12 Month Lease
Apartment Features
- Basement
- Deck
- Dining Room
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Pantry
Community Features
- Storage Space
5219 N Rutherford Ave Unit 1 is an apartment for rent in Chicago, IL
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Chicago, IL 60656
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Some public transit
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
12 min Drive
Airport
29 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Beard Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Garvy J Elementary School
Grades K-8
Public
St. Monica Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Taft High School
Grades 6-12
Public
New Horizon Center
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Wilbur Wright College | Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi) |
| North Park University | Drive: 11 min (5.2 mi) |
| Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus | Drive: 11 min (5.2 mi) |
| Northeastern Ill. Univ. | Drive: 13 min (5.7 mi) |
Discover Norwood Park, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5219 N Rutherford Ave Unit 1 proximity to Higgins Point Plaza. Higgins Point Plaza is 0.5 miles away.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 5219 N Rutherford Ave Unit 1 has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.6 miles. Transit options include Harlem Station (Blue Line - O'hare Branch) and Jefferson Park Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5219 N Rutherford Ave Unit 1 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Norwood Park, Oriole Park, and Caldwell Woods.
Airports
Living in Norwood Park provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 12 minutes from 5219 N Rutherford Ave Unit 1. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 15.3 miles away.
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