5501 W School St, Unit 1C

$1,095
Price
1
Bed
400 Sq. Ft.
$33 / Sq. Ft.
400
Sq. Ft.
$33
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Come see this cozy 1 bedroom apartment. Enjoy updated cabinets, countertops, vanity, stainless steel appliances, modern bathroom fixtures, and a stunning refinished wood floor throughout. This bright 2nd-floor unit features thermal windows and a contemporary kitchen with a peninsula that doubles as a breakfast bar. Tenant-controlled central heating and cooling. Unit was fully re-insulated during 2018 rehab for eco-friendly utility costs. Tenant pays gas and electric; rent includes water and garbage/recycling....Come see this cozy 1 bedroom apartment. Enjoy updated cabinets, countertops, vanity, stainless steel appliances, modern bathroom fixtures, and a stunning refinished wood floor throughout. This bright 2nd-floor unit features thermal windows and a contemporary kitchen with a peninsula that doubles as a breakfast bar. Tenant-controlled central heating and cooling. Unit was fully re-insulated during 2018 rehab for eco-friendly utility costs. Tenant pays gas and electric; rent includes water and garbage/recycling. Building protected by security cameras and a brand new video doorbell intercom & entry system. Commercial grade coin laundry & storage locker located onsite. 1 parking spot is available with this unit for an extra 125 dollars a month. Gigabit fiber WiFi internet available for extra 40 dollars a month. Landlord selection criteria: Landlord will only review fully completed applications with the necessary supporting documents (application plus proof of income plus driver's license) on a first come first serve basis. Landlord prefers 2 year lease at $1095 a month but will consider a 1 year lease at $1145. No pets! No smoking! Credit score of 650+ with listing agent running background/credit check for qualified applications paid by tenant on platform Listing2Leasing of 40 dollars. No evictions or bankruptcies. Income minimum of 2x's monthly rent.
  1. Listed by Sara Koman • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
    P: (847)-310-1886 C: (847)-612-0828 skoman@starckre.com

Property Details for 5501 West School Street, Unit 1C

Area
CHI - Portage Park
Township
Jefferson
Num Of Parking Spaces
5.0
Parking Included in Price
No
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Pets Allowed
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/02/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 5501 West School Street, Unit 1C

StatusActive
MLS #12524258
Days on Market12
Rental Incentives-
Available Date12/01/2025
Lease Term-
Furnished-
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Rental
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,473 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 5501 West School Street, Unit 1C

Building/Complex5501 W School StFloor-Stories2Residences4Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1927Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,473 SF

Property Information for 5501 West School Street, Unit 1C

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Fees/Approvals: Credit Report,Move-in Fee,Refundable Damage Deposit
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Common Area Amenities: Coin Laundry, Storage
  • Num Of Rooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 1
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Attached: Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: 7473 SQFT
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Total # Units in Building: 4.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 3300
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 5501
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Management Company: Self Managed
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 6
  • Document Date: 2025-12-01T19:56:42
  • Photos Count: 11
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 8X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X10

Property History for 5501 West School Street, Unit 1C

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12524258

$1,095
Sep 29, 2022

Rented

MRED #11611785

$895
Sep 5, 2022

Pending

MRED #11611785

Aug 22, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11611785

$895
Nov 7, 2019

Rented

MRED #10536607

$795
Nov 3, 2019

Pending

MRED #10536607

Oct 1, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10536607

$845
Sep 26, 2019

Expired

MRED #10450204

Jul 11, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10450204

$945
Sep 1, 2018

Rented

MRED #09983828

$895
Aug 2, 2018

Pending

MRED #09983828

Jun 10, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09983828

$895
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12524258

$1,095
09/29/2022

Rented

MRED #11611785

$895
09/05/2022

Pending

MRED #11611785

08/22/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11611785

$895
11/07/2019

Rented

MRED #10536607

$795
11/03/2019

Pending

MRED #10536607

10/01/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10536607

$845
09/26/2019

Expired

MRED #10450204

07/11/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10450204

$945
09/01/2018

Rented

MRED #09983828

$895
08/02/2018

Pending

MRED #09983828

06/10/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09983828

$895

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Schools near 5501 West School Street, Unit 1C

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Camras Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Foreman High School
Public9 to 12

Chicago Academy High School
Public9 to 12

Chicago Academy Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

5501 West School Street, Unit 1C is available for rent in Chicago, IL 60641. This property was listed on November 25, 2025 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,095. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last rented on September 29, 2022. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Camras Elementary School, Foreman High School and Chicago Academy High School. 5501 West School Street, Unit 1C is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 400 sqft a property built in 1927.

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