What is the rent for a studio at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,326 to $1,794 per month, with a median of $1,560.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,420 to $1,920 per month, with a median of $1,670.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,598 to $2,162 per month, with a median of $1,880.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $2,049 to $2,772 per month, with a median of $2,410.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $2,414 to $3,266 per month, with a median of $2,840.

How does rent at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 60616 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 30% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 35% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 38% above the neighborhood median.

Is 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 19% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

The registered owner of 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL is QUAN SHUN CHEN. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL a good landlord?

525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL, owned by QUAN SHUN CHEN, has an overall grade of A (4.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

Yes, 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has 10 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has 10 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What public transit is near 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?

525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: Wallace & 31st Street (44), 0.29 mi away.

Is 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 60616 zip code where 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL is located had 8,188 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 2,386 violent crimes, 3,647 property crimes, and 2,155 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 60616 for full details.

525 W 28TH PL — Rent Intelligence for Chinatown, Chicago

Chinatown · Chicago, IL

Current rent range

$1,326 – $3,266 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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Verified reviewsQSOwned byQUAN SHUN CHEN2 bldgs

525 W 28TH PL

Chicago, IL

HPD violations10last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age—year unknown

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Chinatown · March 2026

Studio

$1,560/mo

1 BR

$1,670/mo

2 BR

$1,880/mo

3 BR

$2,410/mo

4 BR

$2,840/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

November

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Potential savings: ~19% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Chinatown

Studio

This building: $1,326 – $1,794

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,420 – $1,920

30% belowArea: $2,389

2 BR

This building: $1,598 – $2,162

35% belowArea: $2,889

3 BR

This building: $2,049 – $2,772

38% aboveArea: $1,744

4 BR

This building: $2,414 – $3,266

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Chinatown

Studio

$1,560

$1,326 – $1,794

1 Bed

$2,389

$2,389

2 Bed

$2,889

$2,889

3 Bed

$1,744

$1,744

4 Bed

$2,840

$2,414 – $3,266

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

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01b / 09

Rent trends.

Southwest Chicago

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

Asking rent

$1,167

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

2.9%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

32%

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

10 total

All HPD violations
10

311Top Complaints

0 total

Rodent Baiting/Rat Complaint
2
Garbage Cart Maintenance
1
Tree Removal Inspection
1

DOBTop Filings

10 total

DOB Violations
10

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 10 HPD records

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The landlord.

QUAN SHUN CHEN

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

4.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

nowQUAN SHUN CHENOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings.

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Crime & safety.

60616 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Below averageSafety score · last 12 months

Chicago Police Dept · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 60616

Violent2,386

Property3,647

Quality-of-life2,155

Total incidents8,188

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About this area.

Chinatown · 60616

525 W 28TH PL · Chinatown · 41.843° N, -87.641° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

Wallace & 31st Street44
0.3 mi6 min
Wallace & 31st Street44
0.3 mi6 min
31st Street & Wallace31
0.3 mi6 min
31st Street & Wallace31
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Chinatown

Chinatown is one of the most vibrant in North America — dim sum halls, herbal shops, and the ornate Chinatown Gate welcome visitors, while residents enjoy a tight-knit community, affordable rents, and Red Line access at Cermak.

11,641buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$2,389median 1BR

52,707population$72kmedian income62%renters

Chinese CultureFoodieAffordableCommunityWalkable

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 60616

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

Rent trends in Chinatown

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

South Loop· 1.55 mi Pilsen· 2.06 mi Loop· 2.09 mi Back of the Yards· 2.22 mi West Loop· 2.24 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

RLTO protectedNo

1970198019902000201020202030

now

Current owner: QUAN SHUN CHEN

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

14 events

311MEDIUMAug 21, 2023
Rodent Baiting/Rat Complaint — No details available
311MEDIUMAug 21, 2023
Garbage Cart Maintenance — No details available
311MEDIUMAug 31, 2022
Rodent Baiting/Rat Complaint — No details available
311MEDIUMNov 8, 2020
Tree Removal Inspection — No details available
DOBMEDIUMDec 28, 2015
DOB Violation — ARRANGE PREMISE INSPECTION
DOBMEDIUMDec 28, 2015
DOB Violation — REPAIR BALCONY
DOBMEDIUMDec 28, 2015
DOB Violation — POST OWNER/MANAGERS NAME/#
DOBMEDIUMDec 28, 2015
DOB Violation — REPAIR BALCONY
DOBMEDIUMDec 28, 2015
DOB Violation — REPAIR FENCE
DOBMEDIUMDec 28, 2015
DOB Violation — CONNECT DOWNSPOUT TO SEWER

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,326 to $1,794 per month, with a median of $1,560.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,420 to $1,920 per month, with a median of $1,670.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,598 to $2,162 per month, with a median of $1,880.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $2,049 to $2,772 per month, with a median of $2,410.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL ranges from $2,414 to $3,266 per month, with a median of $2,840.
How does rent at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 60616 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 30% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 35% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 38% above the neighborhood median.
Is 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 19% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
The registered owner of 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL is QUAN SHUN CHEN. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL a good landlord?
525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL, owned by QUAN SHUN CHEN, has an overall grade of A (4.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
Yes, 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has 10 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has 10 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What public transit is near 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL?
525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: Wallace & 31st Street (44), 0.29 mi away.
Is 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 60616 zip code where 525 W 28TH PL, Chicago, IL is located had 8,188 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 2,386 violent crimes, 3,647 property crimes, and 2,155 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 60616 for full details.

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Frequently asked questions.

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