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About 6716 S Merrill Ave #2E
Sweet deal!
This listing is 19% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in South Shore.
Spacious and charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood. This well-maintained home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and an updated kitchen with modern cabinets and plenty of storage space. The bathroom also includes updated cabinetry and fixtures for a fresh, contemporary feel. Heat is included in the rent, offering added comfort and savings during the winter months. Enjoy the convenience of shared laundry facilities in the building. Close to public transportation, local parks, and the lakefront, this apartment offers great value and comfort in a classic South Shore setting. No pets allowed.
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Shore |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60649 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in South Shore
2-bedroom apartments at 6716 S Merrill Ave #2E cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
South Shore
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,722 |
| March 2024 | $2,929 |
| April 2024 | $2,662 |
| May 2024 | $2,648 |
| June 2024 | $2,764 |
| July 2024 | $2,862 |
| August 2024 | $2,702 |
| September 2024 | $2,706 |
| October 2024 | $2,704 |
| November 2024 | $2,621 |
| December 2024 | $2,508 |
| January 2025 | $2,470 |
| February 2025 | $2,498 |
| March 2025 | $2,508 |
| April 2025 | $2,495 |
| May 2025 | $2,498 |
| June 2025 | $2,498 |
| July 2025 | $2,550 |
| August 2025 | $2,491 |
| September 2025 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,428 |
| December 2025 | $2,348 |
| January 2026 | $2,436 |
| February 2026 | $2,414 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,275 |
| March 2024 | $1,257 |
| April 2024 | $1,234 |
| May 2024 | $1,300 |
| June 2024 | $1,320 |
| July 2024 | $1,350 |
| August 2024 | $1,260 |
| September 2024 | $1,285 |
| October 2024 | $1,398 |
| November 2024 | $1,377 |
| December 2024 | $1,306 |
| January 2025 | $1,297 |
| February 2025 | $1,328 |
| March 2025 | $1,391 |
| April 2025 | $1,386 |
| May 2025 | $1,394 |
| June 2025 | $1,414 |
| July 2025 | $1,407 |
| August 2025 | $1,397 |
| September 2025 | $1,350 |
| October 2025 | $1,369 |
| November 2025 | $1,441 |
| December 2025 | $1,348 |
| January 2026 | $1,362 |
| February 2026 | $1,350 |
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 years ago | $1,392 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,392 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,392 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,392 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 6716 S Merrill Ave #2E
O'Keeffe Elementary School
6940 s merrill ave
chicago, IL, 60649
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South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School
1415 e 70th st
chicago, IL, 60637
PK, K-8Public
C
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
6657 s kimbark ave
chicago, IL, 60637
PK, K-6Public
C
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
Christopher Elementary School
5042 s artesian ave
chicago, IL, 60632
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Getting around Chicago near 6716 S Merrill Ave #2E
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 6716 S Merrill Ave #2E, Chicago
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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