5501 W School St

Chicago, IL 60641
(847) 612-0828
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5501 W School St

5501 W School St
Chicago, IL 60641
(847) 612-0828
5501 W School St in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
1 Bedroom - for Rent
Unit 1C
  • 1BR, 1BA
  • $1,095Price
  • 400Square Feet
  • 12-01-2025Availability

About 5501 W School St

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. Non-refundable move-in fee of 350 dollars,1 month security deposit,and proof of renters insurance will be required at time of signed lease. MLS# MRD12524258 Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of [see last changed date above]. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price.

5501 W School St is located in the Cragin Neighborhood and 60641 Zip code of Chicago, IL.

Property Contact Info

Contact: Sara Koman

Features and Amenities

Interior Features

  • Heat Type Gas
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Refrigerator
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5501 W School St, Chicago, IL 60641

Frequently Asked Questions about 5501 W School St

What type of rentals are available at 5501 W School St?

There is currently a 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment for rent with 400 listed at 5501 W School St. It is Available December 1, 2025.

How much is the rent at 5501 W School St?

5501 W School St is currently listed at $1,095.

What area of town is 5501 W School St located in?

Located in the Cragin Neighborhood, 5501 W School St is in the 60641 Zip Code of Chicago, IL.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5501 W School St.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Wrigley Field

1060 W Addison St
11 minute drive / 5.35 miles away

Steppenwolf Theatre

1650 North Halsted Street
12 minute drive / 6.05 miles away

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

2430 N. Cannon Drive
14 minute drive / 6.55 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

2828 N Central Ave
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Autozone

5601 W Diversey Ave
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Walgreens

4745 W Belmont Ave
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Colleges and Universities

City College of Chicago, Wilbur Wright - Wilbur Wright Campus

4300 North Narragansett Avenue
5 minute drive / 1.97 miles away

North Park University

3225 W Foster Ave
7 minute drive / 3.45 miles away

Northeastern Illinois University

5500 N Saint Louis Ave
7 minute drive / 3.46 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

2828 N Central Ave
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Jewel-Osco

2520 N Narragansett Ave
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

Hospitals

Community First Medical Center

5645 W Addison Street
1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away

Chicago - Read Mental Health Center

4200 N Oak Park Ave
4 minute drive / 2.22 miles away

Shriners Hospital For Children

2211 North Oak Park Ave
5 minute drive / 2.41 miles away

Hotspots

Supernatural Chicago

632 N. Dearborn
15 minute drive / 7.42 miles away

Military Bases

O'Hare Air Force Base & Air National Guard

16 minute drive / 7.58 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Garfield Park Conservatory

300 North Central Park Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.31 miles away

Oak Street Beach

1000 North Lake Shore Drive
16 minute drive / 7.52 miles away

Wendella Boats

400 North Michigan Avenue
16 minute drive / 7.8 miles away

5501 W School St has 5 parks within 8.6 miles, including Garfield Park Conservatory, Oak Street Beach, Wendella Boats, Millennium Park, and Funhouse Maze.

Restaurants and Dining

Margie's Candies

1960 N Western Ave
8 minute drive / 4.05 miles away

Hemmingway's Bistro

211 N Oak Park Ave
8 minute drive / 4.12 miles away

Soprano's Italian Restaurant

2901 N Sheffield Ave
11 minute drive / 5.48 miles away

Shopping Centers

Silver & Amber Gallery

3301 N Central Ave
1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away

3051 N. Central Ave

3051 N Central Ave
1 minute drive / 0.39 miles away

Barry & Central Plaza

3100 N Central Ave
1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

5501 W School St has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

Transit Stations

Grayland Station-Milwaukee District North Line

3725 N. Kilbourn St.
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

Mayfair Station-Milwaukee District North Line

4357 N. Cicero Ave
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

Hanson Park Station-Milwaukee District West Line

W Armitage Ave & N Parkside Ave
4 minute drive / 1.65 miles away

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