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5501 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
(872) 259-7826
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Washington Plaza

5501 W Washington Blvd
Chicago, IL 60644
(872) 259-7826
Washington Plaza in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $800–$830Available Unit Pricing
  • 300–655Square Feet

About Washington Plaza

Washington Plaza is a renovated apartment community in Austin on the West side of Chicago! These Austin apartments offer both studio and one bedroom apartments that are equipped with great amenities. Washington Plaza is walking distance to several schools in Austin, including John Hope College Prep High School and Oscar Depriest Elementary School. Live conveniently near Leamington Foods, Columbus Park, US Bank, Austin Branch of the Chicago Public Library, Austin Town Hall Park Cultural Center, and much more. Plus, don't worry about your commute! Washington Plaza commuters can easily travel via CTA Green Line at Central and the 20 Bus. If you're looking for a new apartment home in the Austin area of Chicago, call today for a showing!

Washington Plaza is located in the Austin Neighborhood and 60644 Zip code of Chicago, IL.

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Washington Plaza offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $800 and having 300–655 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $800

    Studio Apartment

    Studio, 1 Bath, 300-400 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $800Available Now5501-108300
    $820Available Now5501-510330
    $830Available Now5501-508400

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $800 - $830

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $800 - $830

    Unit 5501-108 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • Heat Included

    Unit 5501-108 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800 - $830

    Unit 5501-510 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • Heat Included

    Unit 5501-510 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $820

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800 - $830

    Unit 5501-508 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • Heat Included

    Unit 5501-508 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $830

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800 - $830
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom Apartment

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 480 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable1 Bedroom Apartment480 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom Apartment

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 655 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 Bedroom Apartment655 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Call us at: (872) 259-7826 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

  • 172 Units
  • 7 Stories
  • Built in 1929

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Other

  • Other

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $50 Application Fee

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Community Room
  • Heat Included
  • Internet Included
  • Newly Renovated
  • Pre-wired Phone/Cable

On-Site Services

  • Package Service
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Doorman
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
Google Map

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5501 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

67 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Plaza

Where is Washington Plaza located?

Washington Plaza is located at 5501 W Washington Blvd near the Austin area of Chicago, IL

What is the current rent range at Washington Plaza?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Washington Plaza currently range from $800 to $830

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Washington Plaza are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed at Washington Plaza. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Super Value4.0

    The Washington Plaza Apartments are 44.9% cheaper than the average apartment in the Austin area, and 61.4% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Austin Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$800$1,453-$653-44.9%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$800$2,072-$1,272-61.4%

    Methodology: On 01/26/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 122 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Washington Plaza (Austin), and 2619 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 01/26/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.8
3 Renters Reviews
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  • Catfish!!!!

    December 2, 2023
    No one is ever sitting at the front desk and it took them 5 days to fix my kitchen sink that I have been having problems with with since I moved in 2 years ago
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Don't let pictures fool you

    March 7, 2019
    I had my viewing of the apartment on the 7th floor. The neighborhood has trash all over it and it seems there isn't any neighborhood cleanup. The lobby looked like the photos but had trash and stains all over the furniture. It doesn't appear the building is cleaned on a regular basis. The elevator is extremely slow and randomly stops at 6th floor for whatever reason. I had asked the lady showing me the apartment whether anyone has gotten stuck, and she said "No.", which is surprising since the ...
    elevator appears to be running on it's last breath. Security is important to me, I had asked regarding security she mentioned there is security 24/7 but the security guard on that day called in sick. So my assumption is there is no security on days where the guard is sick or takes off work. In addition, while I was waiting in the lobby I heard someone bang on the door, I did not open the front door because I did not know who they were or whether they were allowed in the building. People need an access code to enter the building. I ignored the banging, but then the lady walked to the window and banged on the window, so I let her in. But, it does worry me about lack of security and whether people should be accessing the building or not. The laundry room had trash and was very dirty. The fitness center looks alright cleaner than most of the building. The studio apartment was looked very nice and was newly renovated. However, because of the location and lack of cleanliness, I am not sure if this location would be a good fit for me. The apartments don't appear to be sound proof as I could hear conversation and people yelling from the hallways so if noise or privacy is a concern, these apartments may not be a good fit.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • Unprofessional

    November 24, 2017
    This property is not right management is Very Unprofessional & to say Rude will be an understatement plus the location is very ruff unsafe
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Depriest Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools
139 South Parkside Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-8 (458 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
2/10

Douglass Academy High School

Chicago Public Schools
543 North Waller Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (34 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
1/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Washington Plaza.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

1852 W 19th St
10 minute drive / 4.81 miles away
1650 North Halsted Street
13 minute drive / 6.14 miles away
175 n state street
14 minute drive / 6.81 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
5222 W Madison St
1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away
Aldi
5629 W Fillmore St
2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away
Autozone
1836 S Cicero Ave
5 minute drive / 1.87 miles away

Colleges and Universities

7400 Augusta Street
6 minute drive / 2.87 miles away
7200 West Division St
6 minute drive / 2.89 miles away
7900 W Division St
7 minute drive / 3.38 miles away

Groceries

Aldi
5629 W Fillmore St
2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away
Jewel-Osco
438 Madison St
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

Hospitals

645 South Central Ave
1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
5730 W Roosevelt Road
3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away
3 Erie Court
3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

Hotspots

632 N. Dearborn
14 minute drive / 6.76 miles away

Military Bases

21 minute drive / 10.25 miles away

Parks and Recreation

300 North Central Park Avenue
4 minute drive / 2.28 miles away
400 North Michigan Avenue
15 minute drive / 7.01 miles away
201 East Randolph Street
15 minute drive / 7.08 miles away

Washington Plaza has 5 parks within 7.5 miles, including Garfield Park Conservatory, Wendella Boats, Millennium Park, Oak Street Beach, and Shedd Aquarium.

Restaurants and Dining

1960 N Western Ave
9 minute drive / 4.53 miles away
1061 W Madison St.
11 minute drive / 5.43 miles away
200 S Halsted
12 minute drive / 5.8 miles away

Shopping Centers

5223-5253 W Madison Ave
1 minute drive / 0.17 miles away
5633-5647 Roosevelt Rd
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away
200-210 Lake St
3 minute drive / 1.19 miles away

Washington Plaza has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

Transit Stations

5148 W. Lake St.
1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away
350 N. Central Ave.
1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away
720 S. Cicero Ave.
2 minute drive / 0.89 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Chicago Studio Apartments $2,072$530$8,999
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,639$600$10,000+
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,404$900$10,000+
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,049$775$10,000+
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,159$625$10,000+
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,251$960$5,395

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