Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

1242 W Columbia Ave Chicago, IL 60626 has three bedrooms available and rents for $2,800/mo.

Can I see a model or tour 1242 W Columbia Ave Chicago, IL 60626?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

1242 W Columbia Ave Chicago, IL 60626 is in Rogers Park in the city of Chicago. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.3 miles of the property. Five parks are within 4.0 miles, including Touhy Park, Warren Park, and Rogers Park.

Houses Illinois Cook County Chicago 1242 W Columbia Ave

1242 W Columbia Ave

Chicago, IL 60626 – Rogers Park

Today

312-524-5245

Monthly Rent

$2,800
Bedrooms

3 bd
Bathrooms

1 ba
Square Feet

1,900 sq ft

Details

12 Month Lease, Available Feb 1

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

1242 W Columbia Ave

About This Property

Look no more. This is one of the nicest vintage 3 bedroom units you will find. Hardwood floors,beautiful countertops,kitchen island. In unit washer and dryer. Cared for with so much love you can't help but feel home. Walk to the beach,the EL,the grocery store or Loyola. Rent a bike. Laundry in unit. Garage space included in the monthly rent. Bluestone outdoor patio to enjoy the sunsets and summer evenings. Tenant pays own utilities. 48 hr notice. Tenant occupied. Available February 1,2025. Also Available furnished with parking $3200. 3 window wall a/c units in bedrooms and portable air conditioner for living area. Short term furnished possible $3500. 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.

1242 W Columbia Ave is a house located in Cook County and the 60626 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.

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Renting vs. Buying

Housing Cost Per Month: $2,800
- Rent for 30 Years
  
  Renting doesn't build equity Future Equity
  
  Renting isn't tax deductible Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction
  
  $0 Net Return
- Buy Over 30 Years
  
  $1.1M - $1.95M Future Equity
  
  $496K Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction
  
  $87K - $942K Gain Net Return

$2,467 / month $375,000 Listing Price

3 Beds •1 Baths • 2,272 Sq Ft

$2,410 / month $349,900 Listing Price

3 Beds •1.5 Baths • 1,462 Sq Ft

$2,877 / month $419,000 Listing Price

3 Beds •2 Baths • 2,062 Sq Ft

Contact

(312) 524-5245

Genie Birch

genie birch realty pllc

Midwest Real Estate Data LLC

House Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Microwave

Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Furnished

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Dogs Allowed
Fees not specified

Cats Allowed
Fees not specified

Details

Lease Options

12 Months

Property Information

Furnished Units Available

Location

Property Address: 1242 W Columbia Ave, Chicago,

IL 60626

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Available Property

Amenities

Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning

Dishwasher
Disposal

Microwave
Refrigerator

Furnished

Neighborhood

Chicago's northernmost neighborhood is also one of the most popular. Rogers Park extends along Lake Michigan, providing gorgeous beaches and park space for residents to enjoy. Stroll around this dynamic neighborhood and you'll likely hear several languages -- it is estimated that at least 40 different languages are spoken in Rogers Park. Part of the reason for that is its university -- Loyola University Chicago, established in 1870 as a private Catholic university, is located in the southeast section of Rogers Park. Northwestern University, located just two miles north of the neighborhood, also draws new residents to Rogers Park. This private research university is considered one of the best in the nation and ranked as the 20th best university in the world in 2017.

Historic, brick apartment buildings stand in neat rows along tree-lined streets in Rogers Park, considered one of the best neighborhoods in Chicago.

Learn more about living in Rogers Park

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Loyola University, Lakeshore	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Truman College	Drive:	7 min	3.8 mi
Northeastern Ill. Univ.	Drive:	11 min	4.8 mi
North Park University	Drive:	10 min	5.0 mi

1242 W Columbia Ave is within 12 minutes or 0.6 mile from Loyola University, Lakeshore. It is also near Truman College and North Park University.

Schools

Kilmer Elementary School

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

742 Students

Attendance Zone

Out of 10

Sullivan High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

709 Students

Attendance Zone

Out of 10

Chicago Waldorf School

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades PK-12

371 Students

Nearby

School data provided by GreatSchools

Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include Loyola Station, located 0.3 miles from 1242 W Columbia Ave. 1242 W Columbia Ave is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.9 miles or 27 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 21.3 miles or 32 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Loyola Station	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Morse Station	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Granville Station	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi
Jarvis Station	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Thorndale Station	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Rogers Park Station	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Evanston Main Street Station	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi
Ravenswood Station	Drive:	9 min	3.7 mi
Evanston Davis Street Station	Drive:	8 min	4.0 mi
Evanston Central Street Station	Drive:	10 min	5.5 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Chicago O'Hare International	Drive:	27 min	14.9 mi
Chicago Midway International	Drive:	32 min	21.3 mi

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Excellent Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Very Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1242 W Columbia Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Nortown Plaza	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Shops on Clark	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Ravenswood Center	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi

1242 W Columbia Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Touhy Park	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Rogers Park	Drive:	6 min	2.4 mi
Warren Park	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi
Chase Park	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi
Winnemac Park	Drive:	9 min	4.0 mi

1242 W Columbia Ave has 5 parks within 4.0 miles, including Touhy Park, Warren Park, and Rogers Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Presence Saint Francis Hospital	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi
Methodist Hospital of Chicago	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi
Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital	Drive:	6 min	3.3 mi