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The Carmen


952 W Carmen Ave Chicago, IL

Studio - 2 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

418 - 1,123 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Apr. 1st
Studio • 1 Bath
$1,700
418 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Dlg Management
952-206
$1,700
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,750
434 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Dlg Management
952-201
$1,750
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,400
681 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: Dlg Management
952-203
$2,400
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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952-204
$2,400
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,525
719 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Dlg Management
952-209
$2,525
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,550
943 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Dlg Management
952-205
$3,550
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,600
1103 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Dlg Management
952-207
$3,600
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,650
1123 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Dlg Management
952-202
$3,650
Available Apr 1st, 2026
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Description

Welcome to The Carmen, our fourth geothermal-powered development, setting a new standard for sustainable, luxury living in Uptown. Designed with energy efficiency, utilizing renewable resources, and eco-conscious materials, The Carmen isn’t just an apartment—it’s a green lifestyle choice.
Right around the corner from Asia on Argyle, The Carmen offers unmatched walkability to the neighborhood’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment. Whether you're strolling to the lakefront, catching a show at the historic Riviera Theatre, or enjoying a coffee at a local café, everything you need is just steps away.
Live in a modern, upscale environment that blends cutting-edge sustainability with the convenience of urban living. Be the first to check out more details and floorplans!

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 77
Last Updated: Updated 2 hours ago
Contact Number: (773) 665-0103
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Radiate Holdings, LP 1000.0 20.0
Comcast Corporation 987.0 35.0
Radiate Holdings, LP 500.0 20.0
Lynx Communications 200.0 50.0
AT&T Inc. 100.0 20.0
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Carmen by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$62,100
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$87,900
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$129,600
per year
Rent report

The Carmen Rent vs. Chicago Average

 The Carmen      Chicago Average
Studio
$1,725
$1,661
$0
$600
$1,200
$1,800
$2,400
1BR
$2,442
$2,138
$0
$800
$1,600
$2,400
$3,200
2BR
$3,600
$2,580
$0
$1,200
$2,400
$3,600
$4,800

The Carmen is asking 4% more than the average studio apartment in Chicago.

If you upsized to an average priced Chicago 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 22% more per month.

The Carmen provides 9% less square footage than the average Chicago studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Carmen
Studio $1,725 $4.00 $5,175
1BR $2,442 $3.50 $7,325
2BR $3,600 $3.40 $10,800
Chicago Average
Studio $1,661 $3.60 $4,982
1BR $2,138 $3.00 $6,414
2BR $2,580 $2.60 $7,741
3BR $3,110 $2.40 $9,329
4BR $2,542 $1.80 $7,625

Availability in Chicago

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 3,871 1BR units on the market in Chicago. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
21% 36% 30% 10% 3%
Available Units in Chicago
Studio 2,225
1BR 3,871
2BR 3,228
3BR 1,068
4BR 355
Location
Nearby Colleges
Campus Buildings and Attractions
Distance Walking Biking Driving
Sullivan Center for Student Services 1.7 mi 33 min 10 min 3 min
Mundelein Center for the Fine and Performing Arts 1.8 mi 35 min 10 min 3 min
Cudahy Library 1.9 mi 37 min 13 min 4 min
Granada Center 2.0 mi 38 min 11 min 3 min
Damen Student Center 2.1 mi 40 min 13 min 3 min
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Aurora Chicago Lakeshore Hospital, Llc Dba Aurora Chicago Lakeshore Hospital 0.34 mi.
Pipeline Wess Memorial Hospital Dba Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital 0.6 mi.
Methodist Hospital Of Chicago 0.84 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Lawrence Volunteer Fire Department 1.36 mi.
Evanston Fire Department 3.9 mi.
Lincolnwood Fire Department 4.65 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 8 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 8 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. The soonest move-in date is April 01, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 418 to 1,123 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $1,700 to $3,650. The Carmen has studio units available starting at $1,700, 2 bedroom units available starting at $3,550, and 1 bedroom units available starting at $2,400.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 952 W Carmen Ave in Chicago, IL. It's 1.8 miles north from the center of Chicago.
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