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7947 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA|South Chicago
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Property Overview
7947 S Essex offers strong overall value with an 8.1/10 expert rating, highlighted by its excellent 9/10 scores for both price and location, indicating competitive pricing and exceptional convenience to key local destinations. With an 8/10 amenities rating and an 8/10 trustworthiness score, it provides an attractive living experience backed by transparent property information, and its value per square foot places it in the top tier of properties in the area.
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.
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| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,390 /mo | 1 unit available |
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| Units | 6 |
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About 7947 S Essex
7947 S Essex cost $1,390 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 44% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Chicago include but are not limited to: 5114 5114 - 5118 S. Kimbark 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.
8.1
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 7947 S Essex is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7947 S Essex 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.
7947 S Essex 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, 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 475 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 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Chicago.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
South Chicago
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| November 2025 | $1,520 |
| December 2025 | $1,495 |
| January 2026 | $1,496 |
| February 2026 | $1,516 |
| March 2026 | $1,657 |
| April 2026 | $1,637 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $677 |
| June 2024 | $682 |
| July 2024 | $692 |
| August 2024 | $690 |
| September 2024 | $681 |
| February 2026 | $785 |
| March 2026 | $785 |
| April 2026 | $785 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,390.
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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
Sadlowski Elementary School
3930 e 105th st
chicago, IL, 60617
PK, K-8Public
C-
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood
South Chicago | Chicago, IL
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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