Chicago State University

Chicago, IL

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Chicago State University first opened as a teacher training school in 1867. Today, Chicago State is a public, comprehensive university providing access to higher education for students of diverse backgrounds and educational needs. CSU fosters the intellectual development and success of students through a rigorous, positive, and transformative educational experience.

Spread across 161 acres in a residential community on the Southside of Chicago, CSU is within close proximity to a variety of houses, condos, and apartments available for rent. CSU has access to its own Metra station in addition to the intersection of Interstates 57 and 94, allowing for simple commutes and travels from campus.

A broad range of NCAA Division I Cougars athletic games, student activities, clubs and organizations, fraternities and sororities, and student government opportunities contribute to the vibrant campus life at CSU. The many amenities of Downtown Chicago are just 12 miles away from campus. Weekend getaway options are plentiful with Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and Detroit all located within a four-hour drive.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Chicago, IL is $1,484 for a studio, $1,844 for one bedroom, $2,339 for two bedrooms, and $2,819 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chicago has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 442 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,484/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 660 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,844/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 922 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,339/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,179 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,819/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

83

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

66

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

77

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Schools

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy

Public

Grades K-8

604 Students

10
out of 10

Haines Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

529 Students

10
out of 10

Skinner North Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

490 Students

10
out of 10

Hamilton Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

451 Students

10
out of 10

Prescott Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

404 Students

10
out of 10

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy

Public

Grades K-8

604 Students

10
out of 10

Haines Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

529 Students

10
out of 10

Skinner North Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

490 Students

10
out of 10

Hamilton Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

451 Students

10
out of 10

Prescott Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

404 Students

10
out of 10

Jones College Prep High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,941 Students

10
out of 10

Payton College Preparatory High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,233 Students

10
out of 10

Northside College Preparatory High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,040 Students

10
out of 10

Hancock College Preparatory High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,013 Students

10
out of 10

Devry Advantage Academy High School

Public

Grades 11-12

135 Students

10
out of 10

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