Welcome home to University Station, a historic building in the heart of the Pilsen neighborhood. This 2 bd/1 ba apartment comes with most UTILITIES INCLUDED IN THE RENT and is available September 1st! The home offers an open kitchen with 42" natural cherry cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar, perfect for entertaining. The loft style bedrooms are separated by the bathroom and the in-unit laundry machine. Bedroom and bathroom photos are outdated and will be updated soon. The rent includes DirecTV cable, high speed internet, heat, gas, air conditioning, storage space, water, trash and one heated covered parking space.
Residents enjoy an array of building amenities, including a fitness center, 24-hour door staff, full-time on-site management and maintenance, enclosed outdoor dog walk, elevators, and dedicated package and mail rooms.
Location is everything, and University Station puts you close to some of Chicago's most desirable neighborhoods and transportation options. Enjoy being just 3 minutes from the heart of Pilsen, 10 minutes from Little Italy and University Village, approximately 10 minutes from the CTA Pink Line, and 10 minutes from the Halsted Metra Station.
With its combination of historic character, modern conveniences, included utilities, parking, and an unbeatable location, University Station is a great place to call home.
Nonrefundable $45 charge/per adult application. Must attach the last two pay stubs and photo ID to the application. Landlord collects refundable security deposit equal to one month's rent. The building charges $500 to move in, which is nonrefundable, and also holds a $1,000 refundable deposit. We require 700+ credit score with no bankruptcies or evictions. The income requirement for the household is a combined gross income that meets or exceeds 3x the rent ($6,750/month before taxes). First month's rent and security deposit charges due upon being approved.
12 month lease minimum. Pets allowed with a 35 pound restriction and certain breeds are also restricted.
Apartment for rent
$2,250/moFees may apply
1550 S Blue Island Ave, Unit 407, Chicago, IL 60608
2beds
1,000sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Central, forced air
What's special
Loft style bedroomsEnclosed outdoor dog walkIn-unit laundry machineHeated covered parking spaceOpen kitchenBreakfast barGranite countertops
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Details
- Parcel number: 17201280281008
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable, Garbage, Gas, Internet, SatTv, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,250+4.7%$2/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Listing removed | $2,150$2/sqft |
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| 7/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,150+23.9%$2/sqft |
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| 2/27/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/6/2020 | Listing removed | $1,735$2/sqft |
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| 8/22/2020 | Price change | $1,735-2.3%$2/sqft |
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| 8/12/2020 | Price change | $1,775-5.3%$2/sqft |
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| 7/11/2020 | Price change | $1,875-6.2%$2/sqft |
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| 6/14/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,999+12.6%$2/sqft |
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| 8/12/2019 | Listing removed | $1,775$2/sqft |
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| 7/14/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,775$2/sqft |
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| 2/6/2014 | Sold | $125,000-53.7%$125/sqft |
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| 2/28/2007 | Sold | $270,000$270/sqft |
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Neighborhood: University Village - Little Italy
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Smyth J Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Wells Community Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
There are 3 available units in this apartment building







