The average monthly rent for an apartment in West Town, Chicago, IL is around $2,543.
A share of 4% of apartments in West Town, Chicago, IL have the cheapest rents between $701-$1,000. Around 76% of rentals are in the most expensive price range of > $2,000. Around 12% of West Town’s apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 8% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.
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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,727, while the average monthly rent in West Town, Chicago, IL is $2,543.
Prices and availability in West Town, Chicago, IL were last updated on 22 Mar 2023.
The best apartments in West Town, Chicago, IL are: Motley School Apartments, 1722 W. Ohio St., 1435 W. Grand Ave., 1406 W. Superior St. and 413 N. Carpenter St..
The average rent in West Town, Chicago, IL is $2,543. Start your search for apartments in West Town, Chicago, IL now.
The price range for a studio apartment in West Town, Chicago, IL is between $3,900 and $4,500. View all studio apartments in West Town, Chicago, IL.
The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in West Town, Chicago, IL is between $1,800 and $4,500. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in West Town, Chicago, IL now.
The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in West Town, Chicago, IL is between $2,200 and $4,500. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in West Town, Chicago, IL.
The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in West Town, Chicago, IL is between $3,400 and $4,500. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in West Town, Chicago, IL.
In West Town, 63% of the residents are renting compared to 37% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 16% of West Town’s rentals, 82% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.
West Town is an area of Chicago, at the northernmost edge of West Side Chicago, in the immediate vicinity of Humboldt Park, Ukrainian Village, and the Fulton River District. The neighborhood is 3 miles northwest of The Loop and Downtown Chicago, which Time Out ranked the “Best City in the World,” for its affordability, livability, and community, among other things. Its diversity, thriving economy, and proximity to Lake Michigan makes the city and its neighborhoods especially attractive to residents. Chicago is home to dining, culture, entertainment, and shopping opportunities on par with the biggest cities in the country. In fact, it is the third-largest city, behind New York City and Los Angeles.
The Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance is landmark legislation that specifies the responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. Some of its guidelines include requirements for timely repairs, the notification necessary for a landlord to give before terminating a lease, and how much interest can accrue on security deposits not returned to renters in a specified amount of time.
In total, West Town, Chicago, IL has 12,993 residents, 6,552 women and 6,441 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of West Town’s population is 32.
West Town is very close to Downtown, which makes commuting for work a breeze. A big pro of living in West Town is that housing prices have rebounded more in this neighborhood than in any other on the city’s west side. The result is that numerous independent businesses have opened up, including bars, restaurants, and boutiques. However, one disadvantage of living in West Town is that buildings are being replaced with new ones, which don’t have the same character that the area is known for.
There is a total of 5,946 households in West Town, Chicago, IL. Of these, 1,012 have children and 4,934 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 2,355 family households and 3,591 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in West Town is 2.16 people, on average. The median household annual income in West Town equals $110,694, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,990.
Conde Nast Traveler called Chicago “The Best Restaurant City in America,” and spots like West Town Bakery & Diner and A Tavola help build on that accolade. Some fun things to do in West Town include summer festivals like Pitchfork Music Festival in Union Park, West Fest, and the West Town Art Walk. Eckhart Park is a great place to find something to do with kids, since it has a pool, athletic fields, playground, and a community garden. A fun thing to do for couples in West Town is taking in an event at the Chopin Theatre, and finishing with a romantic meal at Italian restaurant, Charlatan.
Much of West Town’s economy has been buoyed by food distribution centers, warehouses, food and wholesalers. Its short commute to the city means residents have opportunities at Chicago’s many national and international company headquarters. Plus, the unemployment rate in Chicago continues to fall below the national average, and tech jobs continue to grow.
Chicago Magazine named the west side’s Whitney M. Young Magnet High School one of the best in the city. Students who graduate from there have a pick of several local colleges, including DePaul University, Chicago State University, Northwestern University, The University of Chicago, and Loyola University, as well as many others.
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 3% of the population in West Town, Chicago, IL have no high school education, 15% went to high-school, and 14% have partially completed college. Moreover, 4% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 41% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 23% hold a Graduate Degree.
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