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Highlights
- Comfortable living
- Urban residence
Location
8956 S Escanaba Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA|South Chicago
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Property Overview
8956 S Escanaba offers comfortable urban living with a strong overall value, earning an 8.1 Zumper Expert Rating and standout scores for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness. It also stands out for its proximity to highly rated schools, including nearby elementary and high school options, making it a convenient choice with solid everyday appeal.
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
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 625 sqft | $1,200 /mo | 2 units available | Discover 8956 S Escanaba, a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Chicago offering practical, comfortable living. The unit includes a stove and refrigerator, and is conveniently served by nearby public transportation for easy access to the city. Ideal for those seeking a straightforward urban residence with essential kitchen appliances and transit convenience. |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About 8956 S Escanaba
Discover 8956 S Escanaba, a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Chicago offering practical, comfortable living. The unit includes a stove and refrigerator, and is conveniently served by nearby public transportation for easy access to the city. Ideal for those seeking a straightforward urban residence with essential kitchen appliances and transit convenience.
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.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 8956 S Escanaba is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8956 S Escanaba 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·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.
8956 S Escanaba 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·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, 8956 S Escanaba 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.
8956 S Escanaba 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 8956 S Escanaba 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 8956 S Escanaba compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 3.4 miles from public transportation
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.4 miles away
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Rent trends in South Chicago
1-bedroom apartments at 8956 S Escanaba cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
South Chicago
Chicago
| Month | Median 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | $785 |
| March 2026 | $785 |
| April 2026 | $785 |
| May 2026 | $785 |
| June 2026 | $775 |
| July 2026 | $765 |
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Can I afford to live at 8956 S Escanaba Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$48,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 8956 S Escanaba
Arnold Mireles Elementary Academy
9000 s exchange ave
chicago, IL, 60617
PK, K-8Public
C
Sadlowski Elementary School
3930 e 105th st
chicago, IL, 60617
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
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
Neighborhood
South Chicago | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 8956 S Escanaba 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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 8956 S Escanaba Ave, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
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
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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