1628 W Sherwin Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Far North Chicago
Monthly Cost Breakdown at 1628 Sherwin Apartments
The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 1628 Sherwin Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.
Renters Insurance at 1628 Sherwin Apartments
What Affects Your Premium Here
Every building is different. These factors specific to 1628 Sherwin Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:
Older Building
Built in 1936 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk
Gated Community
Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount
FEMA Flood Zone
Zone X — minimal flood risk
FBI UCR
Property crime rate: 3028/100K (92% above national average)
What You'll Likely Pay
$18
Est. Monthly
$216
Est. Annual
$17
With Discounts/mo
$15
State Avg/mo
How Much Coverage Makes Sense
Renters insurance has two main pieces: personal property coverage, which pays to replace your belongings if they're stolen or damaged (think furniture, electronics, clothes), and liability coverage, which protects you if someone gets hurt in your unit or you accidentally damage someone else's property. Here's what we'd recommend for 1628 Sherwin Apartments based on the rent level and building features.
Personal Property
What your stuff is worth
If you own less
$20,000
If you own more
$50,000
Liability
Covers accidental harm & lawsuits
Standard minimum for most lease requirements in Illinois. Cats present minimal liability risk vs dogs.
How Carriers Compare for This Area
Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near 1628 Sherwin Apartments:
| Carrier | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Lemonade | $9/mo | $113/yr |
| USAA | $11/mo | $127/yr |
| State Farm | $14/mo | $170/yr |
| Progressive | $15/mo | $184/yr |
| Safeco | $15/mo | $184/yr |
| Travelers | $17/mo | $198/yr |
| Allstate | $18/mo | $212/yr |
| Nationwide | $18/mo | $212/yr |
| Farmers | $19/mo | $226/yr |
| Liberty Mutual | $21/mo | $255/yr |
Discounts You May Qualify For
Next Step
See if you can beat $17/mo
5 discounts may apply here. Real quotes show your actual price — estimates can't.
Property Crime & Theft Risk
Renters insurance pricing is driven by property crime — theft, burglary, and vehicle break-ins — not violent crime. Here's what the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting data shows for Chicago.
Chicago property crime rate
per 100K residents
U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K
Breakdown per 100K residents
U.S. average
Higher-than-average property crime is why insurance carriers charge more in this zip code — your premium reflects the claims frequency for the area. 1628 Sherwin Apartments also has on-site security features (Security system, Gated) that insurers recognize with discounts.
Source: FBI UCR Program, Chicago (2024-12 to 2025-11)
On-Site Security
Flood Risk
Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for 1628 Sherwin Apartments.
FEMA Zone X (Area Of Minimal Flood Hazard) — Minimal flood risk
Flood insurance optional but inexpensive in this zone.
Flood zone data from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL). Zones can change — verify at FEMA Flood Map Service.
Fees Beyond Rent
These are the additional charges beyond base rent at 1628 Sherwin Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.
Required Fees
Application Fee Per Applicant
Charged per applicant.
Move-In Fee
Studios $350, 1 Bedrooms $400 and 2 bedrooms $500 Charged per unit.
Amenities
Special Features
Community Features
Floor Plan Amenities
Pet Policy
Bringing a pet? Here's what 1628 Sherwin Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.
About 1628 Sherwin Apartments
From the property listing:
Walking Distance to the Lake, Separate Dining and Kitchen Area, 2 Elevators Located on a peaceful, tree-lined street in Northeast Rogers Park, this 43-unit vintage elevator building offers spacious and bright apartments in a welcoming community. Each unit has been beautifully restored to its original elegance, featuring: Modern kitchens Restored hardwood floors Large windows, with downtown views from upper floors
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