Welcome to 2219 W. 18th Place, Unit 2R, a comfortable apartment located in Chicago's vibrant Heart of Chicago neighborhood. This home offers easy access to a variety of local restaurants, cafés, and eateries along 18th Street, all within a 5–10 minute walk (approximately 0.3–0.5 miles). Grocery shopping is convenient with Cermak Fresh Market just 0.5 miles away (about an 8-minute walk), along with several neighborhood markets nearby. Families will appreciate the close proximity to Pickard Elementary School, located 0.3 miles away (about a 6-minute walk), while Juarez Community Academy High School is approximately 0.9 miles away (about a 4-minute drive). For healthcare, Rush University Medical Center is only 1.9 miles away (about a 5-minute drive). Enjoy outdoor recreation at Douglas Park, located approximately 1.5 miles from the property (about a 4-minute drive), offering walking trails, sports facilities, and green space. Commuting is simple with the Western Pink Line CTA Station just 0.4 miles away (about a 6-minute walk), providing convenient access to downtown Chicago and surrounding neighborhoods. With its central location, nearby amenities, and excellent transportation options, this home offers both comfort and convenience for everyday living.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE APPLYING

Application Fee: $65 non-refundable fee per adult applicant.

Application Criteria:

-TransUnion ResidentScore standard: 600

-Verified household net income of at least 2.5× the monthly rent, unless qualifying housing assistance applies

No disqualifying eviction history

-Collections and outstanding financial obligations must meet Paragon's screening standards

-All application information and supporting documents must be successfully verified

Meeting an individual standard does not guarantee approval. Applications are evaluated through Paragon's standardized multi-factor screening process, which includes credit history, verified income, debt obligations, collections, housing history, and document verification.

-Security Deposit: Equal to 1.5× the monthly rent, or an applicant may qualify for a monthly fee through our Security Deposit Waiver Program. Waiver fees typically average $50–$60 per month but may range from $30 to more than $100, depending on the rent amount, credit profile, and screening results.

-Risk Mitigation Fee: Approved applicants with qualifying credit scores below 649 may be subject to an additional non-refundable fee, typically $10–$45 per month based on the applicable credit tier.

Pets: Cats and Dogs ($25 setup fee; Monthly pet fee determined after screening).

Unit Type: 2 bed/ 1 bath

Floor Level: 2nd floor

Flooring: Vinyl flooring all through out

Appliances incl: Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher

Heating: Forced air heating

Cooling: Central A/C

Tenant Paid Utilities: Electricity, Gas, Heating

Rent includes: Resident portal, Pest control, lawn care, snow removal, & common area cleaning

Laundry: None

Parking: 1 exterior space available or permit street parking available

Administrative move-in fee: $100.00

Approved applicant will be auto-enrolled in our Resident Benefits Package for $35.95/mo

CHA Status: Not currently approved. CHA participation would require inspection and owner enrollment