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Commons - 5051 S Forrestville
Property highlights
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Grand Boulevard at 5051 S Forrestville Ave, where freshly remodeled apartments await. Commuters will love the convenience of the nearby CTA Green Line and several bus routes, ensuring easy navigation around the city. Residents praise its vibrant surroundings, with Washington Park and the University of Chicago campus just a stroll away, providing plentiful recreational and educational opportunities. The area is distinctly walkable and bike-friendly, fostering a strong sense of community. With a variety of amenities like a modern kitchen featuring a refrigerator, oven, and range, this property offers a delightful living experience in Chicago.
- 2 units available
- 1 Bed • 2 Beds • 3+ Beds • 4 Beds • 5 Beds
- Location
- 5051 S Forrestville Ave, Chicago IL 60615, Grand Boulevard
- Amenities
- Recently renovated, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator
- Price range
- $1,600 - $1,600 per month
- Commute
Price and Availability
Commons - 5051 S Forrestville apartments start at $1,600/month. There are 2 available apartments priced from $1,600 to $1,600. Prices were last verified by Commons - 5051 S Forrestville 2 hours ago.
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Come check out 5051 S Forrestville Ave, a newly remodeled community in Chicago's beautiful Washington Park neighborhood! 5051 S Forrestville offers 1-5 bedroom apartments with great amenities. Walking distance to Washington Park, Walgreens, and The University of Chicago campus. td { border: 1px solid rgba(204, 204, 204, 1) }br { }This property is easily accessible via the CTA Green line at 51st and CTA bus lines 3, 4, & 15. Call today to schedule your showing!
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Please note leases shorter than 12 months often have extra fees.
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Explore the Area
Hyde Park Produce
0.9 mi
Parker House Sausage Company
0.9 mi
One Stop Foods
1.2 mi
Bonne Sante Health Foods
1.2 mi
Whole Foods Market
1.2 mi
Sharks Fish & Chicken
0.3 mi
Southside Grinds Coffee Co.
0.3 mi
The Hot Dog Box
0.3 mi
Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken
0.3 mi
Friistyle
0.4 mi
51st Street & Forrestville
0.1 mi
51st Street & Forrestville
0.1 mi
51st Street & St. Lawrence
0.1 mi
51st Street & St. Lawrence
0.1 mi
51st Street & Forrestville
0.1 mi
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
7.0 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport
7.3 mi
Gary/Chicago International Airport
16.4 mi
Lansing Municipal Airport
18.9 mi
Tinley Park Helistop
19.6 mi
4 /10
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School
PublicPK-8
247 Students
0.4 mi
2 /10
Burke Elementary School
PublicPK-8
430 Students
0.4 mi
2 /10
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy
PublicPK-8
250 Students
0.6 mi
3 /10
Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center
PublicPK-8
1,250 Students
0.7 mi
6 /10
Bronzeville Scholastic High School
Public9-12
321 Students
0.7 mi
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Washington Park Arboretum
0.3 mi
Drexel Square
0.4 mi
Jessie 'Ma' Houston Park
0.4 mi
George Harding Park
0.4 mi
Honeysuckle Park
0.6 mi
Dyett High School Gymnasium
0.1 mi
Operation PUSH Community House
0.5 mi
Harold Washington Cultural Center
0.5 mi
Gallery Guichard
0.5 mi
George C. Hall Branch Library
0.6 mi
Park No. 592
1.1 mi
A Paw Place
1.2 mi
Pershing Animal Hospital
1.2 mi
Hyde Bark Dog Walking and Pet Care
1.4 mi
Park No. 591
1.6 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 78 — Very Walkable, with shops and services easily within reach.Transit Score: 71 — Convenient public transit options nearby available.Public Transit Access
The Grand Boulevard area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 11 nearby routes: 10 bus, 1 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- 51st Street & Forrestville (~0.02 mi)
- 51st Street & St. Lawrence (~0.04 mi)
- 51st Street & Champlain (~0.11 mi)
- 51st Street & King Drive (~0.17 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Commons - 5051 S Forrestville has 2 available apartments with prices starting at $1,600. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
Yes, virtual tours of Commons - 5051 S Forrestville are available. To schedule a virtual tour of available apartments, please contact (312) 967-0176.
In Chicago, IL, the average rent is $1,822 for a studio, $2,221 for a 1-bedroom, $2,840 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,352 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Chicago, IL, check out our monthly Chicago, IL Rent Report.
Commons - 5051 S Forrestville is located in the Grand Boulevard neighborhood area of Chicago, IL.
No, Commons - 5051 S Forrestville is not currently offering any move-in specials for new residents.
If you decide to rent an apartment at Commons - 5051 S Forrestville, you can expect to pay the following fees:
- Application Fee: $50
No, utility fees are not included in the rent at property.
The minimum lease length at Commons - 5051 S Forrestville is 1-13 months. Please note that leases shorter than 12 months often have extra fees.
The income requirement at Commons - 5051 S Forrestville is 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes). Typical income verification documents include pay stubs, bank statements, or W-2/1099 tax forms.
No, Commons - 5051 S Forrestville does not offer furnished apartments. Tenants who rent in Commons - 5051 S Forrestville are expected to furnish the entirety of their apartment.
Some of Commons - 5051 S Forrestville's amenities include recently renovated, range, and oven. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The nearest grocery store to Commons - 5051 S Forrestville is Hyde Park Produce, located about 0.87 away. Other nearby options include Parker House Sausage Company, One Stop Foods, Bonne Sante Health Foods, and Whole Foods Market.
Nearby schools to Commons - 5051 S Forrestville include Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School, Burke Elementary School, Kozminski Elementary Community Academy, Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center, and Bronzeville Scholastic High School. The nearest school is Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School, located about 0.4 miles away.
No, Commons - 5051 S Forrestville does not offer resident parking.
No, Commons - 5051 S Forrestville does not offer in unit laundry.
No, Commons - 5051 S Forrestville does not offer a pool for residents.
No, Commons - 5051 S Forrestville does not offer accessible apartments.
No, apartments at Commons - 5051 S Forrestville do not include dishwashers.
Yes, residents at Commons - 5051 S Forrestville have access to nearby public transit. The 51st Street & Forrestville stop is about 0.02 miles away.