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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless-steel appliances
  • On-site laundry room
  • New kitchen cabinet doors
  • New toilet
  • Matching backsplash and wall tile

Location

959 E 61st St #2, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Woodlawn

Tour 959 E 61st St #2

Contact

Robert Parris

Manchester Realty

(844) 334-1230 ext. 5481

Amenities for 959 E 61st St #2, Woodlawn

Features

Ceiling FanHardwood Floor
Three FloorsWindow Units

Appliances

Dishwasher

Community

Exterior Type: BrickOnsite Laundry
Steam

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceStorage

Other

Five RoomsOther Heating
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 959 E 61st St #2

HomeApartments in ChicagoWoodlawn 959 E 61st St #2, Chicago, IL 60637, USA

Property Status: Active Fantastic 2BR unit at a very convenient location on UC campus. This cheerful, vintage, restored unit is just south of the Midway Plaisance at the borderline of Hyde Park & Woodlawn. Recently refreshed and updated with refinished, hardwood floors, all brand new stainless-steel appliances, new kitchen cabinet doors, new paint throughout, upgraded lighting + ceiling fans, bathroom restoration & more! The kitchen has stainless steel shelving and the pantry closet contains the new refrigerator. The bathroom features a refinished bathtub, matching backsplash and wall tile, new toilet, and a new sink + vanity cabinet. The modern vinyl winds are easy to operate. ------ This dynamic location is about a block away from University of Chicago institutions, with easy access to the new Presidential Library, parks, museums, lakefront, grocery stores, shopping, trains including the CTA & Metra. Enjoy peaceful convenient living with ideal access for commuting north or south. ------ The monthly rent includes heat, water, refuse removal, storage, exterior maintenance & more. There is a laundry room on-site. ------ This unit is move-in ready! No pets! No smoking! The application fee is only $30 per person and the moving fee is $50. Office Phone: (847) 650-1999 Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


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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 959 E 61st St #2 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Extra storage
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.8 miles away
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away

Address details

NeighborhoodWoodlawn
Zip code60637
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Woodlawn

2-bedroom apartments at 959 E 61st St #2 cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Woodlawn
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A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,612
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$2,425
March 2026$2,537
April 2026$2,503
May 2026$2,574
June 2026$2,595
July 2026$2,536
August 2026$2,512
September 2026$2,518
October 2026$2,671
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Woodlawn
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,643
December 2024$1,637
January 2025$1,547
February 2025$1,522
March 2025$1,637
April 2025$1,660
May 2025$1,529
June 2025$1,493
July 2025$1,534
August 2025$1,617
September 2025$1,685
October 2025$1,710
November 2025$1,756
December 2025$1,737
January 2026$1,810
February 2026$1,770
March 2026$1,712
April 2026$1,684
May 2026$1,662
June 2026$1,674
July 2026$1,657
August 2026$1,745
September 2026$1,762
October 2026$1,775

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 959 E 61st St #2?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$66,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Getting around Chicago near 959 E 61st St #2

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 959 E 61st St #2, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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