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    330 N Pine Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
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    1145 N Austin Blvd, Chicago, IL 60651
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    4815 W Cortez St, Chicago, IL 60651
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    5957 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5125 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    1 BED $925+
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    5024 W Quincy St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5501 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
    Studio $795+
    1 BED $1,005+
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    320 N Mason Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
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    729 N Central, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5011 W Maypole Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5100 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    703 N Austin Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5100 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    3 BEDS $1,240+
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    5015 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
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    4815 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5314 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
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    310 N Menard, Chicago, IL 60644
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    500 S Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
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    735 N Austin, Chicago, IL 60644
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    1042 N Leamington Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
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    5870 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    2 BEDS $1,400
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    301 N. Austin Blvd., Chicago, IL 60644
    Studio $929
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    2 BEDS $1,199
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    5036 W Quincy St, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5201 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
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    5952 W Superior, Chicago, IL 60644
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Average rent in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL

$845/mo Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL average rental price, July 2023
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is around $845.

Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL apartment rent ranges

Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL rent trends

Getting around in Austin, IL

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Very Walkable
67 /100
Good Transit
75 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 70, Transit Score®: 67, Bike Score®: 75

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL were last updated on 29 Nov 2023.

What are the best apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

The best apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL are: 330 N Pine, 1145 N Austin Blvd, 4815-23 W Cortez St, 5957 W Madison St and 5125 W Madison St.

What is the average rent in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

The average rent in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is $845. Start your search for apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

The price range for a studio apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is between $795 and $1,080. View all studio apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is between $865 and $1,400. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is between $795 and $1,400. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL is between $895 and $1,315. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL.

What type of rental buildings are in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

In Austin 63% of the housing is rented out compared to 37% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 9% of Austin’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 84% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 7% are single-family rentals.

Renter's guide to South Austin, Chicago, IL

South Austin is one of the four communities in the Austin neighborhood, and it’s the largest in terms of population of the four. It’s only 10 miles west of Downtown Chicago, east of the Oak Park neighborhood, and north of the neighborhoods of Berwyn and Cicero.  Chicago is “The World’s Best City for Having It All,” according to TimeOut.com, and the commute to the city from South Austin is only 45 minutes by car.  It is an historic community with a rich history, and its proximity to the city and Lake Michigan makes it a highly desirable Chicagoland neighborhood.

Tips for renting in South Austin, Chicago, IL

The Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance is renter’s rights legislation that serves as a hallmark for the rest of the country. Its regulations specify landlord requirements such as what constitutes timely repairs on rental properties, how much notice must be made to a tenant before a lease is terminated, and security deposit interest.

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Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL demographics

  • 86,517Total Population
  • 45,875 Female
    40,642 Male
  • 34.9Median Age

In total, Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL has 86,517 residents, 45,875 women and 40,642 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Austin’s population is 34.9.

Living in South Austin, Chicago, IL

As with any big city neighborhood, there are pros and cons to living in South Austin. One of the big pros of living in South Austin is that it has access to several transportation options for getting around. One of the cons of living in South Austin in the past has been related to its pretty high crime rate. However, crime rates have sharply declined in the last few years, and they continue to.

Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL households

  • 18,572 Family
    11,236 Non-family
  • 10,339 Children
    19,469 No Children
  • 29,807Total Number of Households
  • 2.85Average People Per Household
  • $44,549Median Household Income

There is a total of 29,807 households in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL. Of these, 10,339 have children and 19,469 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 18,572 family households and 11,236 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Austin is 2.85 people, on average. The median household annual income in Austin equals $44,549, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,174.

Things to do in South Austin, Chicago, IL

There is plenty of stuff to do in South Austin. Six buildings in the neighborhood are on the National Register of Historic Places. The J.J. Walser Jr. residence is one of the homes designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright, built in 1903. One of Wright’s students designed The First Congregational Church of Austin, another site on the register.

Columbus Park is a great place to go for families with kids, or just to relax and take in some nature. Set on 135 acres, the park features a fitness center, gymnasiums, kids’ playground with an interactive water feature, paths for jogging or biking, a 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, and athletic fields.

South Austin, Chicago, IL employment & economy

Chicago is quickly becoming a top city for tech jobs. Since many national and international companies are based in Chicago, its unemployment rate is consistently at or below the national average. South Austin residents are a short commute away from the major employers in the city.

Education in South Austin, Chicago, IL

Seven Chicago Public Schools’ high schools are ranked in the Top 10 for the state, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Graduates of those schools have some great options from which to choose after high school, as Chicago is home to DePaul University, Northwestern University, and University of Chicago.

Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 8% of the population in Austin, Chicago, Cook County, IL have no high school education, 45% went to high-school, and 27% have partially completed college. Moreover, 8% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 8% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 4% hold a Graduate Degree.

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