
5955 N Lakewood Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
What This House Offers
Charming top-floor 2 bed,1 bath unit located on one of the most beautiful,tree-lined streets in Edgewater's historic Lakewood-Balmoral district. This sun-filled... home features a thoughtfully updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances,quartz countertops,new backsplash,and center cooktop facing the formal dining area. The spacious living area offers hardwood floors throughout,generous ceiling height,and vintage charm. The bathroom has been recently renovated with thoughtful and stylish finishes and has great lighting. The layout offers two full bedrooms plus a den/ office. So much space! Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and a private balcony on the top floor of a well-maintained,vintage building. Located just blocks from the lakefront,Red Line,Whole Foods,and all of the dining,shopping,and entertainment options along Broadway and Andersonville's Clark Street corridor. Available for August 1st occupancy. Up to 2 cats are welcome for $25 additional monthly rent per cat. Tenants must carry renters insurance. Please see the landlord criteria sheet before scheduling a showing. MLS# MRD12414238
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Unit
- $2,800 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- Available Aug 1
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
5955 N Lakewood Ave House is located in Chicago, Illinois in the 60660 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1911
- Property Attached
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
- Storage
- Family Room
- Above Grade Finished SF
- Total Sq Ft (Finished and Unfinished Spaces)
- 1-Story Property
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Accessible Home Design
- Entry on the 3rd floor
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Balcony
Lot Details
- End Unit
Schools
- Swift Elementary School Specialt
- Senn Achievement Academy High Sc
Utilities
- Public Water Source
- Lake Michigan Water
- Public Sewer
- Window Unit Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2025-08-01
- 12 Month Lease Term
Community Details
Overview
- 6 Units
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed
- Limit on the number of pets
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Chicago, IL 60660

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable77 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit74 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable89 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Chicago Friends School
Grades K-5
Private
Swift Elementary Specialty School
Grades PK-8
Public
Northside Catholic Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Senn High School
Grades 9-12
Public
St Gregory High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Loyola University, Lakeshore
Walk: 14 min (0.7 mi)
Truman College
Drive: 6 min (2.8 mi)
Northeastern Ill. Univ.
Drive: 10 min (3.8 mi)
North Park University
Drive: 9 min (3.9 mi)
Discover Edgewater, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5955 N Lakewood Ave House proximity to Thorndale Plaze, Broadway Festival, and Broadway Center. Thorndale Plaze is 0.2 miles away, and Broadway Festival is within an 18 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 74, 5955 N Lakewood Ave House has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 5 miles. Transit options include Thorndale Station and Granville Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5955 N Lakewood Ave House are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Chase Park, Warren Park, and Winnemac Park.
Airports
Living in Edgewater provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 26 minutes from 5955 N Lakewood Ave House. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 20.4 miles away.
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