Apartments to rent in Avondale / Irving Park, Chicago

Avondale and Old Irving Park sit on Chicago’s northwest side (primary ZIPs 60618, 60641 and parts of 60630). The area mixes brick‑lined Polish Village commercial strips, newer restaurants and breweries, and solid transit links (Blue Line + Metra), making it popular with commuters and families looking for a walkable, transit-friendly neighborhood that's still more affordable than many North‑Side options.

Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison

NeighborhoodsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
Avondale / Irving Park Average Good Safe Excellent
Logan Square High Good Safe Excellent
Old Irving Park Average Good Very Safe Good
Hermosa Low Good Less Safe Good
Portage Park Low Good Safe Good
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zumper

Avondale / Irving Park, Chicago Rental Prices

Studio
$1,100 – $1,500
1 bedroom
$1,400 – $2,000
2 bedroom
$1,700 – $2,600
3 bedroom
$2,200 – $3,300

Source: Zumper

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Avondale / Irving Park, Chicago Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Carl Von Linne School (CPS, PK-8)

⭐ 6/10 GreatSchools / CPS listings
3221 N Sacramento Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
🧭 In‑neighborhood (~0.1–0.5 mi to central Avondale).

Carl Schurz High School (CPS, 9-12)

⭐ District-level rating noted by CPS sources CPS / school websites
3601 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
🧭 ~1.5–2.0 mi — primary local public high school serving parts of Avondale and Irving Park.

Top Private Schools

St. Hyacinth Basilica School (PK-8)

⭐ Not rated (parochial) GreatSchools / school site
3640 W Wolfram St, Chicago, IL 60618
🧭 In‑neighborhood (Polish Village / Jackowo area).

Source: Chicago Public Schools / GreatSchools / CICS

Avondale / Irving Park, Chicago Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

Overall Avondale and Old Irving Park report crime levels at or below many other Chicago community areas on the Northwest Side; typical concerns are occasional property crime and street‑level incidents near major corridors (Milwaukee Ave, Pulaski, Kennedy). The area has active community groups and regular CTA/Metra traffic that improves passive surveillance along commercial strips. As always, avoid poorly lit side streets late at night and use usual city precautions.

Source: City / community crime data (aggregated)

Avondale / Irving Park, Chicago Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~87
Very Walkable / Excellent for errands (Avondale neighborhood averages per Walk Score).
Transit Score ~68
Good to Excellent transit (Blue Line stations + multiple CTA bus routes).
Bike Score ~87
Very Bikeable — good bike infrastructure and short distances to shops.
<30 min
Blue Line (Belmont/Addison) to downtown typically ~20–30 minutes; Metra from Irving Park to Ogilvie/Ogilvie area ~12–18 minutes (plus walk).

Source: WalkScore.com

Avondale / Irving Park, Chicago Summary

Overview

Avondale and Old Irving Park combine Chicago’s working‑class Polish Village history with a growing dining and brewery scene, solid transit (Blue Line + nearby Metra), and a mix of vintage brick two‑flats and new construction. Avondale is more commercial along Milwaukee Ave with a lively restaurant/brewery strip; Old Irving Park offers tree‑lined residential pockets and historic homes. Together they provide a middle ground for renters seeking better affordability than the Near North with easier commutes than some far‑north neighborhoods.

Key Features

  • Transit access: Blue Line (Belmont/Addison/Irving Park) and Irving Park Metra make downtown commutes fast and reliable.
  • Cultural mix: Strong Polish heritage (St. Hyacinth, Polish Village) alongside new Latinx and food scenes — cafes, taquerías, bakeries and craft breweries.
  • Value: Rents are typically lower than Logan Square or Lakeview while still offering walkability and amenities.
  • Parks & green space: Kosciuszko Park and neighborhood playgrounds give families outdoor options within walking distance.

Housing Snapshot

  • Mostly low‑ to mid‑rise multi‑family buildings, two‑flats and period bungalows mixed with newer condos.
  • Active rental market with median 1BR rents in the $1,400–$2,000 range depending on unit and proximity to transit.
  • Strong investor interest on commercial corridors; vacancies tend to tighten in spring/summer.