Burnside

Chicago, IL

Burnside - Chicago, IL

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

3.2 (10 Reviews)

In Cook County, Illinois, travel 11 miles south of the Chicago Loop to find Burnside, a neighborhood named for a Civil War general and Illinois Central Railroad treasurer. One of the Windy City's smallest neighborhoods, it features Burnside Playlot Park, where locals gather to play baseball and basketball and enjoy the well-equipped soft-surface playground.

A variety of apartments for rent dot the cozy residential Burnside landscape, rich with history from the late 1800s. Residents of this South Side Chicago neighborhood savor the fish and chicken dishes at Popup Dropoff and make frequent stops for takeout from Gianna's Pizza. South Cottage Grove Avenue, a major north-south thoroughfare, gives residents a choice between public transportation and private vehicles to attend classes, concerts, and athletic events at nearby Chicago State University.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Burnside is $660 for a studio, $843 for one bedroom, $999 for two bedrooms, and $1,850 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Burnside has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Studio
267 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$660/month

Average Rent

1 BR
485 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$843/month

Average Rent

2 BR
622 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$999/month

Average Rent

3 BR
0 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,850/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Reviews of Burnside - Chicago, IL

Niche Reviews

3.2 10 Reviews

Niche User

9 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

I feel safe because I have lived there for a decent amount of time and I know the people fairly well. Crimes do not really occur too much around my neighborhood, except an occasional shooting. Police don't come around too much but they do show up when needed.

Niche User

9 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

There are people who use every form of transportation. My neighborhood has options for all forms of transportation and all of the public transportation run frequently. There is congestion on the highways but that is normal. Some streets become congested but only during rush hour.

Niche User

9 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

Not many options for people used to working in professional fields.

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