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Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments

$1,372 – $1,496/mo

Studio–1 bedrooms
1 bath
439–593 sq ft
3 units available

3700 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL, 60624

As of November 2, 2026, Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments in Chicago, IL has 3 apartments for rent from $1,372 to $1,496/mo. Studios start at $1,372 and one-bedrooms at $1,496. The average asking rent has fallen 1.3% since July 15, 2026, from $1,474 to $1,455.

Floor plans

Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments has 3 units available across 2 floor plans: a studio layout (439 sq ft) and a one-bedroom layout (590–593 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

Efficiency

Studio • 1 Bath • 439 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,372/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1603	$1,372	439	Nov 4

1 Bedroom

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 590 – 593 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,496/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
402	$1,496	593	Mar 6
409	$1,496	590	Mar 10

See all 25 units listed at Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments, a studio starts at about $1,644 a month all-in: $1,372 rent and an estimated $272 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,785.

All-in from$1,644/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments takes about $49,392 a year for a studio and $53,856 for a one-bedroom. Keeping the $1,644 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $72,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,644/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$72,800/yr

Income to qualify

$49,392/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments has ranged from $1,446 to $1,496. The current average is $1,455, down $19 (1.3%) from $1,474 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (101 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments, leases run 12 months.

Rent
$1,372 – $1,496/mo
Lease term
12 months
Earliest move-in
Mar 6

Amenities

Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments lists 1 amenity: smoke free.

Smoke Free

Location

3700 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL, 60624

Resident reviews

Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews.

3.7

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Building Quality5.0

Overall3 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are mixed. While some residents report clean building conditions and appreciate senior-friendly housing options, communication challenges and climate control concerns emerge as notable issues. Management responsiveness and air conditioning adequacy are areas where improvements would benefit the resident experience.

The building maintains clean conditions both inside and outside. The property appears well-maintained and offers housing options suitable for various resident needs.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments is walkable and bikeable, and transit is good.

Walking: Walkable; Grade C
Transit: Good; Grade C
Biking: Bikeable; Grade C

About this property

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Nearby schools

The closest school to Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments is Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy, a public middle school 0.1 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy Public · Middle	Public	Middle	0.1 mi
Greater Rock Gifted Learning Academy Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.2 mi
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy Public · Middle	Public	Middle	0.3 mi
Jack Activity School of Art Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.3 mi
Melody Elementary School Public · Middle	Public	Middle	0.4 mi
Fifth City Head Start Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
Noble St Charter-DRW Trading Col Charter · High	Charter	High	0.6 mi
World Language Academy Of Scholars Private · High	Private	High	0.6 mi
Hansberry Head Start Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.6 mi
The Shirley Deer Education And Technology Institute Private · High	Private	High	0.6 mi