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Highlights
- Welcoming neighborhood setting
- Peaceful environment
Location
5401 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA|New City
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Property Overview
5401 S May St delivers strong overall quality with an 8/10 expert rating, highlighted by a peaceful, welcoming neighborhood setting and a detailed, transparent property description. Its standout strengths are exceptional value for the price, including a top-tier value per square foot and a 9/10 price rating, plus excellent access to key destinations with a 9/10 location rating, making it a competitively priced option with appealing amenities.
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
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Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,400 sqft |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 5401 S May St
Located at 5401 S May St, Chicago, IL, this property provides a peaceful environment with convenient access to the city's amenities. This well-maintained property is ideal for those seeking a welcoming neighborhood setting. Experience the blend of comfort and security at 5401 S May St, your next home in Chicago.
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 5401 S May St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5401 S May St 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.
5401 S May St 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, 5401 S May St 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.
5401 S May St 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 5401 S May St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
5401 S May St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 5401 S May St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 650 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in New City
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
New City
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,248 |
| June 2024 | $2,337 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,210 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,952 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,041 |
| March 2026 | $2,232 |
| April 2026 | $2,219 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,095 |
| June 2024 | $1,095 |
| August 2024 | $1,096 |
| September 2024 | $1,100 |
| October 2024 | $1,123 |
| November 2024 | $1,195 |
| December 2024 | $900 |
| January 2025 | $1,100 |
| February 2025 | $1,100 |
| March 2025 | $1,350 |
| April 2025 | $1,350 |
| July 2025 | $998 |
| August 2025 | $999 |
| September 2025 | $998 |
Schools near 5401 S May St
Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School
955 w garfield blvd
chicago, IL, 60621
PK, K-8Public
C-
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
Chicago Commons Paulo Freire Center
1653 west 43rd st
chicago, IL, 60609
PKPublic
Christopher Elementary School
5042 s artesian ave
chicago, IL, 60632
K-8Public
C
Talman Elementary School
5450 s talman ave
chicago, IL, 60632
PK, K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood
New City | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 5401 S May St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5401 S May St, Chicago
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
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
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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