Apartments to rent in Rogers Park, Chicago

Rogers Park is Chicago’s far-north, lakefront neighborhood known for cultural diversity, quick lake access, the Glenwood Avenue arts corridor, and strong transit (Red Line + Metra). This guide covers local rents, schools, parks, safety, transit and the ZIP codes that serve the neighborhood (60626, 60645).

Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison

NeighborhoodsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
Rogers Park Average Fair Safe Excellent
Edgewater Average Good Safe Excellent
West Ridge Low Average Safe Good
Uptown Average Average Safe Excellent
Lincoln Square High Good Very Safe Good
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zumper

Rogers Park, Chicago Rental Prices

Studio
$900 – $1,500
1 bedroom
$1,100 – $1,800
2 bedroom
$1,500 – $2,400
3 bedroom
$1,900 – $3,000

Source: Zumper

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Rogers Park, Chicago Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Kilmer Elementary School

⭐ 3/10 GreatSchools / Homes.com
6700 N Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
🧭 ~0.8–1.0 mi (west Rogers Park)

Sullivan High School

⭐ C+ / 2/10 Homes.com / GreatSchools
6631 N Bosworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
🧭 ~1.2 mi — neighborhood public high school

Top Private Schools

Chicago Waldorf School

⭐ Not rated (private) ElementarySchools.org
5200 N Ashland Ave (nearby)
🧭 ~1–2 mi (nearby North Side)

Source: GreatSchools / Homes.com / CPS

Rogers Park, Chicago Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

Crime in Rogers Park varies block-by-block. Overall neighborhood-level measures show moderate rates compared with the city: property and non-violent crimes are the most common calls, with higher incident counts in some southern and southeastern pockets of the community. The northwest sections and lakefront areas (near Loyola Park and parts of the Jarvis/Morse corridor) tend to report lower incident rates; residents and visitors should use normal urban precautions after dark and be mindful around transit hubs. Police presence, community patrols, and ongoing neighborhood initiatives have helped stabilize trends in recent years.

Source: CrimeGrade / Chicago data summaries

Rogers Park, Chicago Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~89
Very Walkable / Walker’s Paradise in many blocks
Transit Score ~78
Good to Excellent Transit (Red Line + Metra + multiple bus lines)
Bike Score ~80
Very Bikeable (lakefront trail and bike lanes)
<40 min
Red Line to downtown Loop ~35–40 min from Howard/Jarvis; Metra UP-N to Ogilvie ~20–25 min (express option on weekday commutes).

Source: WalkScore / PropertyRocks

Rogers Park, Chicago Summary

Overview

Rogers Park is a diverse, lakefront North Side neighborhood with strong transit, longtime mom-and-pop businesses, an active arts corridor on Glenwood Avenue, and multiple beaches and parks. The housing mix includes vintage walk-up buildings, mid-rise apartments, and a handful of newer developments; rentals are generally more affordable than many North Side neighborhoods while offering excellent access to the lake and the Red Line.

Key Features

  • Lakefront access Multiple small beaches and Loyola Park within walking distance.
  • Transit access Three Red Line stops (Howard, Morse, Jarvis) plus a Metra UP-N station and many bus routes.
  • Cultural diversity & food scene A long list of international restaurants across Glenwood and Morse corridors.
  • Student & academic presence Loyola University’s Lakeshore campus anchors part of the neighborhood and brings cultural events.

Housing Snapshot

  • Affordable relative to most north-side neighborhoods; strong renter share (~70% renters).
  • Mix of vintage brick walk-ups and mid-rise buildings; many units lack modern in-unit laundry.
  • Good opportunity for investors seeking steady rental demand, but check RLTO compliance and local building rules.