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917 E 78th St, Chicago, IL 60619, USA|Grand Crossing
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Property Overview
917 E 78th St offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.4/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score and high marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Renters benefit from convenient in-unit laundry, proximity to highly rated schools within about a tenth of a mile, and a value per square foot that ranks in the upper tier for the area.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- More space
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 900 sqft | $1,145 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this beautifully appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence in the heart of Chatham. Designed with both comfort and style in mind, the home features an open-concept kitchen and dining area complete with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances—perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The spacious living and dining room combination is enhanced by rich hardwood floors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the added convenience of in-unit laundry and the peace of mind that comes with a professionally managed, non-smoking building. Ideally located near neighborhood dining, shopping, and entertainment, this home offers the perfect blend of modern living and community charm. Schedule your private showing today. Clean & Market-Ready Beautiful 2BR/2BA unit in Chatham featuring an open kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Spacious living/dining combo with hardwood floors throughout. In-unit laundry for added convenience. Professionally managed, non-smoking building in a great location close to shopping, dining, and more. A perfect place to call home—schedule your showing today! Warm & Lifestyle-Focused Step into comfort and style with this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in Chatham. The open kitchen and dining area—featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances—flows seamlessly into a bright, spacious living area with beautiful hardwood floors. Enjoy everyday convenience with in-unit laundry and the added benefit of a professionally managed, non-smoking building. Located near local dining, shopping, and entertainment, this home offers both ease and accessibility. Come see it for yourself—this is one you don’t want to miss. |
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About 917 E 78th St
Welcome to this beautifully appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence in the heart of Chatham. Designed with both comfort and style in mind, the home features an open-concept kitchen and dining area complete with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances—perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The spacious living and dining room combination is enhanced by rich hardwood floors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the added convenience of in-unit laundry and the peace of mind that comes with a professionally managed, non-smoking building. Ideally located near neighborhood dining, shopping, and entertainment, this home offers the perfect blend of modern living and community charm. Schedule your private showing today. Clean & Market-Ready Beautiful 2BR/2BA unit in Chatham featuring an open kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Spacious living/dining combo with hardwood floors throughout. In-unit laundry for added convenience. Professionally managed, non-smoking building in a great location close to shopping, dining, and more. A perfect place to call home—schedule your showing today! Warm & Lifestyle-Focused Step into comfort and style with this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in Chatham. The open kitchen and dining area—featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances—flows seamlessly into a bright, spacious living area with beautiful hardwood floors. Enjoy everyday convenience with in-unit laundry and the added benefit of a professionally managed, non-smoking building. Located near local dining, shopping, and entertainment, this home offers both ease and accessibility. Come see it for yourself—this is one you don’t want to miss.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 917 E 78th St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 917 E 78th St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
917 E 78th St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 917 E 78th St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
917 E 78th St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 917 E 78th St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 917 E 78th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 125 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Grand Crossing
2-bedroom apartments at 917 E 78th St cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Grand Crossing.
Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Grand Crossing
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,755 |
| June 2024 | $1,764 |
| July 2024 | $1,931 |
| August 2024 | $1,691 |
| September 2024 | $1,682 |
| October 2024 | $1,630 |
| November 2024 | $1,568 |
| December 2024 | $1,501 |
| January 2025 | $1,483 |
| February 2025 | $1,495 |
| March 2025 | $1,520 |
| April 2025 | $1,512 |
| May 2025 | $1,502 |
| June 2025 | $1,531 |
| July 2025 | $1,580 |
| August 2025 | $1,516 |
| September 2025 | $1,473 |
| October 2025 | $1,495 |
| November 2025 | $1,520 |
| December 2025 | $1,495 |
| January 2026 | $1,496 |
| February 2026 | $1,516 |
| March 2026 | $1,657 |
| April 2026 | $1,637 |
| May 2026 | $1,665 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $785 |
| June 2024 | $822 |
| July 2024 | $960 |
| August 2024 | $786 |
| September 2024 | $780 |
| November 2024 | $912 |
| December 2024 | $931 |
| March 2025 | $943 |
| April 2025 | $940 |
| May 2025 | $987 |
| June 2025 | $950 |
| July 2025 | $968 |
| August 2025 | $920 |
| September 2025 | $871 |
| October 2025 | $864 |
| November 2025 | $928 |
| December 2025 | $923 |
| January 2026 | $919 |
| February 2026 | $890 |
| March 2026 | $894 |
| April 2026 | $948 |
| May 2026 | $1,100 |
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Can I afford to live at 917 E 78th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,145.
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Schools near 917 E 78th St
Tanner Elementary School
7350 s evans ave
chicago, IL, 60619
PK, K-8Public
C-
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
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Chicago near 917 E 78th St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 917 E 78th St, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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