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Highlights

  • Urban living
  • On-site laundry not available
  • Included heat and hot water

Location

6820 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Grand Crossing
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Management

BK Chicago LLC

Leasing office

(773) 840-1275

Property Overview

6820 S Michigan offers urban living with included heat and hot water, plus a strong location score that suggests convenient access to transit and nearby points of interest. Its 7.7 overall rating is supported by solid price and amenities scores, while the distance to the nearest grocery store may be a practical consideration for everyday errands.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 6820 S Michigan is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6820 S Michigan 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

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,100 /mo1 unit availableDiscover 6820 S Michigan, a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Chicago offering included heat and hot water. This unit provides a straightforward layout with essential utilities covered, simplifying monthly budgeting. Ideal for those seeking a convenient city location with basic comforts, the apartment presents a practical choice for urban living. Note that on-site laundry is not available.

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Amenities for 6820 S Michigan

Apartment Amenities

Heat IncludedHot Water Included

Building

No LaundryOnsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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Units18

About 6820 S Michigan

HomeApartments in ChicagoGrand Crossing 6820 S Michigan

Discover 6820 S Michigan, a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Chicago offering included heat and hot water. This unit provides a straightforward layout with essential utilities covered, simplifying monthly budgeting. Ideal for those seeking a convenient city location with basic comforts, the apartment presents a practical choice for urban living. Note that on-site laundry is not available.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 6820 S Michigan is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6820 S Michigan 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 6820 S Michigan
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.
6820 S Michigan 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, 6820 S Michigan 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.
6820 S Michigan 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 6820 S Michigan does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
6820 S Michigan 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.

6820 S Michigan is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 9 parks within a mile

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 6820 S Michigan compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Grand Crossing

1-bedroom apartments at 6820 S Michigan cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Grand Crossing.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Grand Crossing
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,590
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$1,684
June 2026$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,700
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Crossing
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,018
June 2026$909
July 2026$873
August 2026$888
September 2026$1,100
October 2026$998

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near 6820 S Michigan

Brownell Elementary School

6741 s michigan ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C-

Deneen Elementary School

7240 s wabash ave

chicago, IL, 60619

PK, K-8Public
C-

Woodlawn Elementary Community School

6657 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C

Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center

1701 west 63rd st

chicago, IL, 60636

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 6820 S Michigan Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 6820 S Michigan Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 6820 S Michigan Ave

L & P Wholesale Candy Co
7047 S State St
Grand Palace Super Market
7131 S State St
Fisherman's Island
6659 S Wentworth Ave
Amarr Foods
525 E Marquette Rd
Parkway Supermarket
6435 S King Dr

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