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Highlights

  • Spacious 2-bedroom
  • Professionally managed environment

Location

7011 S Merrill Ave #7019UNIT106, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Management

Straight-A Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 310-9827 ext. 6444

Property Overview

7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 offers a spacious 2-bedroom layout in a professionally managed setting, with strong transparency and a detailed listing that helps set clear expectations. With an overall expert rating of 8.1/10 and high marks for price, amenities, and location—including proximity to a top-rated elementary school and strong value per square foot—it delivers an excellent balance of value, convenience, and quality of living.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 1062 bed1 bath1,200 sqft$1,500 /moFirst Floor 2 Bed / 1 Bath in Prime South Shore Location. Spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom first-floor apartment coming soon, to be freshly painted and delivered in good, move-in ready condition prior to occupancy. Enjoy reliable and efficient radiator (boiler) heat, with heat and water included in the rent, along with great natural light and added privacy from the top-floor location. Located in a cooperative building where ownership takes pride in maintaining the property, offering a well-kept and professionally managed environment. Situated in a highly convenient area with easy access to public transportation, including walking distance to the Metra Electric line for a quick commute downtown, as well as nearby bus routes, shopping, restaurants, parks, and Lake Michigan. Private assigned parking is available for an additional monthly fee. Please note the unit has not yet been turned over in preparation for the new resident, but work will begin soon. Minimum 650 credit score required, income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent, Section 8 is welcome, and lease protection insurance and renters insurance are required.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Year built1925
Lease terms12+ months
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About 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Shore 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106

First Floor 2 Bed / 1 Bath in Prime South Shore Location. Spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom first-floor apartment coming soon, to be freshly painted and delivered in good, move-in ready condition prior to occupancy. Enjoy reliable and efficient radiator (boiler) heat, with heat and water included in the rent, along with great natural light and added privacy from the top-floor location. Located in a cooperative building where ownership takes pride in maintaining the property, offering a well-kept and professionally managed environment. Situated in a highly convenient area with easy access to public transportation, including walking distance to the Metra Electric line for a quick commute downtown, as well as nearby bus routes, shopping, restaurants, parks, and Lake Michigan. Private assigned parking is available for an additional monthly fee. Please note the unit has not yet been turned over in preparation for the new resident, but work will begin soon. Minimum 650 credit score required, income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent, Section 8 is welcome, and lease protection insurance and renters insurance are required.


Year Built: 1925

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 Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 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 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106
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.
7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 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, 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 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.
7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 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 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 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 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 450 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in South Shore

2-bedroom apartments at 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106 cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Shore.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
South Shore
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian 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
A table of studio rental data trends in South Shore
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$883
June 2024$900
July 2024$825
August 2024$789
September 2024$812
October 2024$862
November 2024$796
December 2024$869
January 2025$888
February 2025$894
March 2025$895
April 2025$898
May 2025$898
June 2025$852
July 2025$882
August 2025$859
September 2025$851
October 2025$872
November 2025$1,016
December 2025$888
January 2026$903
February 2026$953
March 2026$941
April 2026$930

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 7011 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 7019 - Unit 106

O'Keeffe Elementary School

6940 s merrill 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-

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-
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Getting around Chicago near 7011 S Merrill Ave #7019UNIT106

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 7011 S Merrill Ave #7019UNIT106, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
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

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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