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Highlights

  • Granite counter tops
  • Brand new appliances
  • Laundry on-site
  • Heat and cooking gas included
  • Brand new bathrooms
  • 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit

Location

7953 South Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60619, United States|Chatham
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Management

Sleeping Bear Management LLC

Leasing office

(312) 888-5588

Property Overview

7953 S. King Drive features notable elements such as granite countertops, brand new appliances, and on-site laundry. With Zumper's expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, the property offers excellent value with competitive pricing and high ratings in amenities and location at 9 out of 10. Additionally, it is conveniently located near a top-rated middle school, enhancing its appeal to potential renters seeking quality living in a prime 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 7953 S. King Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7953 S. King Drive 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

  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,589 /mo2 units availableBrand new condo quality 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with brand new rehab! Brand new kitchen with granite counter tops, brand new appliances, brand new bathrooms, newly finished floors, new plumbing, etc.! Laundry on-site! No security deposit! Heat and cooking gas included! Non Smoking Building.

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Amenities for 7953 S. King Drive

Apartment Amenities

Stainles Steel Fridge

Appliances

Stainless Steel MicrowaveStainless Steel Refrigerator
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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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HomeApartments in ChicagoChatham 7953 S. King Drive

Brand new condo quality 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with brand new rehab! Brand new kitchen with granite counter tops, brand new appliances, brand new bathrooms, newly finished floors, new plumbing, etc.! Laundry on-site! No security deposit! Heat and cooking gas included! Non Smoking Building.


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, 7953 S. King Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7953 S. King Drive 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 7953 S. King Drive
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.
7953 S. King Drive 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.
7953 S. King Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including stainles steel fridge. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7953 S. King Drive 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.
7953 S. King Drive 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 7953 S. King Drive 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 7953 S. King Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Chatham

2-bedroom apartments at 7953 S. King Drive cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chatham.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Chatham
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,575
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
November 2025$1,520
A table of studio rental data trends in Chatham
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$741
January 2024$740
February 2024$752
March 2024$746
April 2024$730
May 2024$729
June 2024$744
July 2024$748
August 2024$746
September 2024$798
October 2024$786
November 2024$742
December 2024$763
January 2025$743
February 2025$771
March 2025$877
April 2025$750
August 2025$812
September 2025$779
October 2025$755
November 2025$825

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,560/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,560 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,589.
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Schools near 7953 S. King Drive

Martha M Ruggles Elementary School

7831 s prairie ave

chicago, IL, 60619

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-

Ashburn Community Elementary School

8300 s saint louis ave

chicago, IL, 60652

PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Chicago near 7953 South Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Drive

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
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 7953 South Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Drive, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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