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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Tile floors
  • New kitchen
  • Great looking bathroom
  • Updated unit

Location

8000 S May St, Chicago, IL 60620, USA|Auburn Gresham
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(844) 494-6592 ext. 6640

Property Overview

May St offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and updated finishes, with an 8.4 expert rating, competitive price and value scores, and a location that rates highly. Notable features include stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile floors, a new kitchen, a great-looking bathroom, and an updated unit, while its value per square foot ranks well compared with nearby properties.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, May St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, May 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Floor plans

May St - 1141-...2 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,400 /moBeautifully renovated condo quality 2-bedroom apartment in Auburn Gresham. This updated 2-bedroom, 1 bath unit features an open kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, central air, great looking bathroom, in-unit laundry hook up, tons of natural light, and parking available on a quiet block.

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About May St

HomeApartments in ChicagoAuburn Gresham May St

Beautifully renovated condo quality 2-bedroom apartment in Auburn Gresham. This updated 2-bedroom, 1 bath unit features an open kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, central air, great looking bathroom, in-unit laundry hook up, tons of natural light, and parking available on a quiet block.


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 Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, May St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, May 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.
How we rated May St
Price·9A 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.
May St stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
May St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bilingual. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, May St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
May 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust May St to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
May St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 May St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 125 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.8 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away

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Rent trends in Auburn Gresham

2-bedroom apartments at May St cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Auburn Gresham.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Auburn Gresham
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,562
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$1,684
June 2026$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,726
A table of studio rental data trends in Auburn Gresham
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$869
December 2024$863
March 2025$851
June 2025$797
July 2025$900
August 2025$871
September 2025$860
October 2025$872
December 2025$811
January 2026$900
March 2026$852
April 2026$876
May 2026$881
June 2026$902
July 2026$881
August 2026$925
September 2026$926
October 2026$862

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 8000 S May St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,400.
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Schools near May St

Cook Elementary School

8150 s bishop st

chicago, IL, 60620

PK, K-8Public
C-

Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center

1701 west 63rd st

chicago, IL, 60636

PKPublic

Ashburn Community Elementary School

8300 s saint louis ave

chicago, IL, 60652

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
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Getting around Chicago near 8000 S May St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample 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 8000 S May St, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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Neil's Food
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Walmart Neighborhood Market
7535 S Ashland Ave
Five Star Certified Inc
935 W 87th St
Georgia's Food Depot
7352 S Halsted St

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