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    816-26 E. 49Th Street, Chicago, IL 60615
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    5032 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
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    4750 S. Forrestville Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
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    4941 South Champlain Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615
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    3652 S Indiana, Chicago, IL 60653
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    816-26 E. 49Th Street, Chicago, IL 60615
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    3859 South Vincennes Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653
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    5038-40 S Saint Lawrence, Chicago, IL 60615
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    4956 S VINCENNES, Chicago, IL 60615
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    3658 S Indiana, Chicago, IL 60653
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    3859 South Vincennes Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653
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    3859 South Vincennes Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653
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    3859 South Vincennes Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653
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    3859 South Vincennes Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653
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    747 E. 47Th, Chicago, IL 60653
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    4430 South Princeton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609
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    4625 S Drexel, Chicago, IL 60653
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    4720 S Drexel Blvd, Chicago, IL 60615
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    4627-4637 S Drexel Blv, Chicago, IL 60653
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    1030 E 47Th St, Chicago, IL 60653
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    5130 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Chicago, IL 60615
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    4901 S Drexel Blvd, Chicago, IL 60615
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    1204-14 East 46Th Street, Chicago, IL 60653
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    3233 S King Dr., Chicago, IL 60616
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    1236 E. 46Th Street, Chicago, IL 60653
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    801 E Drexel Square, Chicago, IL 60615
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Frequently Asked Questions

When were prices and availability in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL were last updated on 12 Aug 2022.

What are the best apartments in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL?

The best apartments in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL are: Transforming Housing II, Pangea Commons - 5032 S St Lawrence Ave, Oakwood Shores Apartments*, 4956 S VINCENNES and 3652-54 S INDIANA.

What is the average rent in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL?

The average rent in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL is $1,706. Start your search for apartments in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL is between $2,000 and $21,000. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL is between $2,000 and $21,000. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL is between $1,400 and $2,400. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL.

Renter's guide to Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

Home to the Marx Brothers and steeped in rich jazz history, Bronzeville sits on the south side of Chicago in an underdeveloped section that is growing fast thanks to its newly revitalized beaches, nature trails, and the 31st Street Harbor, which received a Fabien Cousteau Blue Award for its energy-efficient construction. Bronzeville, Chicago is 5-miles south of the job-laden Chicago Loop. With Lake Michigan to its east, Hyde Park to the south, and Bridgeport to the west, Bronzeville offers a delightful mix of eager new business fronts, world-famous monuments, and classic Victorian Era architecture – in other words, it’s an affordable neighborhood for young up-and-comings to settle down and call home.

Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Demographics

  • Total Population24,919
  • Female 11,038
    Male 13,881
  • Median Age34.7

In total, Bronzeville, Chicago, IL has 24,919 residents, 13,881 women and 11,038 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Bronzeville’s population is 34.7.

Cost of Living in Bronzeville, Chicago

The cost of living in Bronzeville is comparable to the rest of Chicago, but prices are projected to increase soon due to the area’s fast-rising popularity. A meal for two at a mid-range restaurant is $60.00 ($10.00 more than the national average), and the cost of utilities for a 915-square foot apartment is $130.66, which is $18.00 less than the national norm.

Most Bronzeville residents bike, drive, or use the CTA. The CTA handles public transportation to Bronzeville, and the Red and Green lines have over a dozen routes traveling throughout the neighborhood. The average cost of a bus ticket in Bronzeville is $2.00, and the average commute time in Bronzeville is 24 minutes, a full minute faster than the national average.

Average Rent in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

  • Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Average Rental Price, July 2022 $1,706 /mo

The average monthly rent for an apartment in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL is around $1,706.

Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Apartment Rent Ranges

A share of 9% of apartments in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL have the cheapest rents between $701-$1,000. Around 29% of rentals are in the most expensive price range of > $2,000. Around 34% of Bronzeville’s apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 28% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Rent Trends

Average Rent Jul / 2019 Nov / 2019 Mar / 2020 Jul / 2020 Nov / 2020 Mar / 2021 Jul / 2021 Nov / 2021 Mar / 2022 Jul / 2022
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL $1,501 $1,511 $1,515 $1,521 $1,508 $1,493 $1,553 $1,622 $1,628 $1,706
National $1,407 $1,415 $1,416 $1,406 $1,410 $1,418 $1,501 $1,596 $1,634 $1,706

The national average price of rental apartments is $1,706, while the average monthly rent in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL is $1,706.

Living in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

Living in Bronzeville gives you access to tremendous cultural works, and the parking is excellent. However, a recent influx of abandoned properties could be one of the reasons not to live in Bronzeville.

Things to do in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

There’s an abundance of fun things to do in Bronzeville. Family attractions in Bronzeville include the Bronzeville Children’s Museum (for African-American cultural teachings) and Ellis Park, which has a full-sized pool, gymnasium, and workout facilities in its Arts and Recreation Center. Other cultural attractions and points of interest include the Victory Monument, and the Stephen A. Douglas Tomb.

For the best places to eat in Bronzeville, check out the Southern delicacies at Pearl’s Place, the smoked specialties at Honey 1 BBQ, and the upscale soul food at Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles. “Shop-o-holics” will especially enjoy the Lake Meadows Shopping Center.

Bronzeville, Chicago, IL employment & economy

Bronzeville is currently undergoing a massive revitalization effort that focuses primarily on the retail and hospitality industries. An official redevelopment plan is in effect until 2022, at which point the area will be fully transformed into a thriving tourism haven that capitalizes on its rich jazz history. In the meantime, residents primarily commute to the Chicago Loop.

Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Households

  • Total Number of Households11,938
  • Family 5,055
    Non-family 6,883
  • Children 2,866
    No Children 9,071
  • Average People Per Household1.94
  • Median Household Income$40,324
  • Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,025

There is a total of 11,938 households in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL. Of these, 2,866 have children and 9,071 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 5,055 family households and 6,883 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Bronzeville is 1.94 people, on average. The median household annual income in Bronzeville equals $40,324, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,025.

Education in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

The Illinois Institute of Technology and the Northeastern Illinois University offer two exciting and different career-training options, and the Bronzeville Scholastic Institute engages students with an abundance of college preparation courses. The Chicago Military Academy, located at the Eighth Regiment Armory, supplies a 4-year high school educational experience with rigid discipline.

Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Education Statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 3% of the population in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL have no high school education, 28% went to high-school, and 24% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 21% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 18% hold a Graduate Degree.

Tips for renting in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

If you are moving to Bronzeville, know that your landlord may only enter your apartment between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., and they must have given two days’ written notice. Also, be prepared for one of the quickest commutes in all of Chicago!

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