What is the rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is approximately $986 per month.

What is the rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 ranges from $986 to $1,306 per month, with a median of $1,146.

How does rent at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 60640 zip code: studio rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median.

Is 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

Rent at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has increased by 207% since 2024-06, going from $981 to $3,016 as of 2024-07.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

The registered owner of 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 a good landlord?

5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640, owned by STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.8/5) on Lucid Rents. Tenants have left 6 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Has 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has 4 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 have?

5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 offers 7 amenities including Thoughtful Design, Fitness Center, Pet Friendly, Fitness Center, Controlled Access, Elevator, Income Restricted. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 allow pets?

5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

Does 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 have a doorman or concierge?

5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 offers the following security and access amenities: Controlled Access.

What public transit is near 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: Sheridan & Catalpa (151, 147, 136), 0.14 mi away.

Is 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 60640 zip code where 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is located had 6,237 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 1,783 violent crimes, 2,867 property crimes, and 1,587 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 60640 for full details.

What do tenants say about living at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?

5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

5550 N KENMORE AVE — Rent Intelligence for Uptown, Chicago

Uptown · Chicago, IL, 60640

Current rent range

$986 – $1,306 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★2.86 reviews

Verified reviewsSBOwned bySTANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC2 bldgs

5550 N KENMORE AVE

Chicago, IL, 60640

5550 N KENMORE AVE is a rental building in Uptown, Chicago. Owned by STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC. Public records show 4 open violations on file. Lucid Rents has 6 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews62.8 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age—year unknown

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Chicago · March 2026

Studio

$986/mo

1 listing

Studio

$1,146/mo

1 listing

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

June

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Potential savings: ~9% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Chicago

Studio

This building: $986 – $986

34% belowArea: $1,490

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $1,695

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,400

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,703

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,500

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

Studio$3,63812 listings

1 Bed$1,1514 listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Chicago

Studio1 listing

$986

$1,458 – $1,523

Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Chicago

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

North Lakefront

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$2,201

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

4.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

30%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

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Rent trends.

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Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Steady

HPDTop Violations

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

0 total

Building Violation
16
Inspect Public Way Request
3
Buildings - Plumbing Violation
3
Sidewalk Inspection Request
2
Water Lead Test Kit Request
2

DOBTop Filings

4 total

DOB Violations
4

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

See all 0 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.8 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

6 reviews

5★

17%

4★

17%

3★

17%

2★

33%

1★

17%

The units are full of roaches!!! I even spotted roaches in the common areas and lounge area. They have pest control come out weekly and call it "preventative services" to make it seem like they don't have…

negativeOct 2019

Anonymous

This is building is a sh** hole with a facelift. The entire structure should have been gutted and renovated. The building is infested with roaches and insects that bite. I sustained numerous bites throughout my year leas…

negativeAug 2019

Anonymous

Great building. I have lived here for three years. Affordable studio with a lake view. Maintenance is very skillful. Unfortunately management is rather rude and falls behind on work. If you can handle that it is a great…

mixedOct 2017

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

BUILDING

Elevator

FITNESS

Fitness Center

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Thoughtful Design
Controlled Access
Income Restricted

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC

Portfolio of 2 buildings

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across the city, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.8

avg score / 5

C+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 2 total

See all 2 →

—1060 W BRYN MAWR AVEEdgewater— / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

nowSTANDARD BMBS OWNER LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

60640 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Area averageSafety score · last 12 months

Chicago Police Dept · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 60640

Violent1,783

Property2,867

Quality-of-life1,587

Total incidents6,237

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About this area.

Uptown · 60640

5550 N KENMORE AVE · Chicago · 41.983° N, -87.657° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

Sheridan & Catalpa151147136
0.1 mi3 min
Sheridan & Catalpa147151136
0.1 mi3 min
Broadway & Catalpa36
0.2 mi4 min
Broadway & Catalpa36
0.2 mi4 min

The neighborhood

Uptown

Uptown is one of Chicago's most eclectic neighborhoods — the Aragon Ballroom, a thriving Vietnamese restaurant row on Argyle, and the Green Mill jazz club where Al Capone once kept a booth. It is gritty, musical, and rapidly changing.

12,053buildings tracked4.5avg LucidIQ$1,695median 1BR

67,317population$69kmedian income68%renters

EclecticMusic SceneDiverseGrittyAffordable

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 60640

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Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. Chicago average

Rent trends in Uptown

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Lakeview· 1.26 mi Edgewater· 1.29 mi West Rogers Park· 1.75 mi Lincoln Square· 1.93 mi Lakeview· 2.27 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

RLTO protectedNo

1970198019902000201020202030

now

Current owner: STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

DOBMEDIUMJul 14, 2026
DOB Violation — MAINTAIN OR REPAIR ELECT ELEVA
DOBMEDIUMJul 14, 2026
DOB Violation — MAINTAIN OR REPAIR ELECT ELEVA
DOBMEDIUMJul 14, 2026
DOB Violation — MAINTAIN OR REPAIR ELECT ELEVA
DOBMEDIUMJul 14, 2026
DOB Violation — MAINTAIN OR REPAIR ELECT ELEVA
311MEDIUMMar 29, 2026
Graffiti Removal Request — No details available
311MEDIUMJan 12, 2026
Graffiti Removal Request — No details available
311MEDIUMAug 31, 2025
Building Violation — No details available
311MEDIUMJun 24, 2025
Building Violation — No details available
311MEDIUMJun 21, 2025
No Air Conditioning — No details available
311MEDIUMJun 8, 2025
Building Violation — No details available

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is approximately $986 per month.
What is the rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 ranges from $986 to $1,306 per month, with a median of $1,146.
How does rent at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 60640 zip code: studio rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median.
Is 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
Rent at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has increased by 207% since 2024-06, going from $981 to $3,016 as of 2024-07.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
The registered owner of 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 a good landlord?
5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640, owned by STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.8/5) on Lucid Rents. Tenants have left 6 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Has 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has 4 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 have?
5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 offers 7 amenities including Thoughtful Design, Fitness Center, Pet Friendly, Fitness Center, Controlled Access, Elevator, Income Restricted. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 allow pets?
5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
Does 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 have a doorman or concierge?
5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 offers the following security and access amenities: Controlled Access.
What public transit is near 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: Sheridan & Catalpa (151, 147, 136), 0.14 mi away.
Is 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 60640 zip code where 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 is located had 6,237 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 1,783 violent crimes, 2,867 property crimes, and 1,587 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 60640 for full details.
What do tenants say about living at 5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640?
5550 N KENMORE AVE, Chicago, IL, 60640 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

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