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7947 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA|South Chicago
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Property Overview
The property at 7947 S Essex features a solid Zumper expert rating of 7.5, indicating strong appeal to renters. It excels in location with a rating of 9, ensuring convenient access to key amenities, while its competitive price rating of 7 demonstrates a favorable balance between value and cost. Additionally, it shines with an amenities rating of 8 and a trustworthiness rating of 8, highlighting its impressive offerings and reliable management.
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
More space
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100+ sqft | $1,430–$1,550 /mo | 2 units available |
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Amenities for 7947 S Essex
Appliances
| Stove and Fridge |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 7947 S Essex
7947 S Essex cost $1,430–$1,550 per month. Located at 7947 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA, 7947 S Essex has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Chicago, renting an apartment at 7947 S Essex is 34% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Chicago include but are not limited to: 13905 S Clark St, 6458 S Fairfield Ave
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.
7.5
/10
Very Good7947 S Essex is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 7947 S Essex has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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, 7947 S Essex 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.
7947 S Essex 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 7947 S Essex 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 7947 S Essex compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in South Chicago
2-bedroom apartments at 7947 S Essex cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
South Chicago
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,511 |
| December 2023 | $1,565 |
| January 2024 | $1,595 |
| February 2024 | $1,627 |
| March 2024 | $1,926 |
| April 2024 | $1,745 |
| May 2024 | $1,751 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $675 |
| December 2023 | $670 |
| January 2024 | $686 |
| February 2024 | $685 |
| March 2024 | $689 |
| April 2024 | $682 |
| May 2024 | $677 |
| June 2024 | $682 |
| July 2024 | $692 |
| August 2024 | $690 |
| September 2024 | $681 |
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Can I afford to live at 7947 S Essex Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$57,200/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,430.
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Schools near 7947 S Essex
Bradwell Community Arts & Science Elementary School
7736 s burnham ave
chicago, IL, 60649
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-
Talman Elementary School
5450 s talman ave
chicago, IL, 60632
PK, K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood
South Chicago | Chicago, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Chicago near 7947 S Essex Ave
Walking
6/10
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
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 7947 S Essex Ave, Chicago
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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