Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,575 - $9,340 | Studio - 2 Beds
As the largest university in the area, the University of Illinois at Chicago enrolls over 29,000 students in the heart of the Near West Side. Though relatively young (established in 1965), UIC has built a reputation as one of the finest academic institutions in the Midwest. The East Campus is home to the School of Architecture, the Institute for Humanities, the Honors College, and the Science & Engineering Labs. With the East Campus directly south of Greektown and next door to Little Italy, the unbelievable Mediterranean restaurants along Halsted Street and the eclectic eateries lining Taylor Street are easily within reach for lunch or dinner anytime. Major Chicago hotspots like The Loop and Randolph Street are close at hand as well, giving you direct access to the city’s trendiest dining, nightlife, and attractions. Apartments and condos in this area can get quite pricey, but Chicago’s extensive public transportation system helps expand your options to more affordable neighborhoods.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Chicago, IL is $1,552 for a studio, $1,936 for one bedroom, $2,443 for two bedrooms, and $2,905 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chicago has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Studio
440 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,552/month
Average Rent
1 BR
660 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,936/month
Average Rent
2 BR
920 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,443/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,174 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,905/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Very Bikeable
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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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