Drop this scorecard into a tenant guide, blog post, or wiki. It updates itself as new violations are filed.
Chicago · March 2026
Best & worst months to sign a lease
Potential savings: ~7% by timing your move to May.
Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.
Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.
Portage Park is classic bungalow-belt Chicago — neat brick homes, the Portage Theater, and a commercial strip on Irving Park Road. It is affordable, family-oriented, and increasingly attractive to buyers priced out of Logan Square.
Tree Trim Request (NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED) — No details available
DOB Violation — EXIT THROUGH BEDROOM/BATHROOM
DOB Violation — INTERIOR FINISH FIRERESISTANCE
DOB Violation — SUPPORT FIXTURES
DOB Violation — OBSTRUCTIONS IN EXIT WAY
DOB Violation — PROVIDE GUARD RAIL 42 IN HIGH
DOB Violation — ILLUMINATE EXIT AREAS
DOB Violation — INSTALL SMOKE DETECTORS
DOB Violation — CARB MONOX DETECT IN RESID
DOB Violation — PLANS & PERMITS REQ - CONTRCTR