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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Heat included
  • Refrigerator included
  • Spacious units
  • Laundry room
  • Newly remodeled units

Location

7220 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Management

Nautilus Property Management LTD

Leasing office

(312) 909-1576

Property Overview

The property at 7220 has an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its strong appeal to renters, complemented by competitive pricing and a high value for amenities and location, both rated at 9. Notable features such as spacious units, off-street parking, and newly remodeled interiors further enhance its desirability, while 24 photos provide potential renters with a comprehensive overview. Additionally, it is recognized for pet friendliness due to nearby grooming and supply services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 7220 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7220 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
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 BD1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,095 /mo1 unit availableNewly remodeled units on South Shore Drive conveniently located steps from Lake Michigan and the South Shore Cultural Center. Spacious, light-filled 1 bedroom units with new floors ready for move-in! Heat, cooking gas, stove and refrigerator included. Laundry room in building. Smoke-free property. Requirements: Net income at least 2.5 times the rent for 6 months Credit score: 650 No evictions in 5 years Sorry, no pets Off-street parking is available for an additional fee. THIS PROPERTY IS BROKER-OWNED.
Remodeled 1BD1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,195 /mo2 units availableRemodeled South Shore Drive 1 bedroom conveniently located steps from Lake Michigan. Spacious apartment with new kitchen cabinets and stone countertop. New floors. Heat and cooking gas included. Laundry room in building. Smoke-free property. Requirements: Net income 2.5x rent for at least 6 months Credit score: 650 No evictions in 5 years Off-street parking is available for an additional fee. THIS PROPERTY IS BROKER-OWNED.

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Amenities for 7220

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot Water

Appliances

Cooking GasRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Services

Garbage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About 7220

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Shore 7220

Remodeled South Shore Drive 1 bedroom conveniently located steps from Lake Michigan. Spacious apartment with new kitchen cabinets and stone countertop. New floors. Heat and cooking gas included. Laundry room in building. Smoke-free property. Requirements: Net income 2.5x rent for at least 6 months Credit score: 650 No evictions in 5 years Off-street parking is available for an additional fee. THIS PROPERTY IS BROKER-OWNED.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 7220 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7220 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 7220
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.
7220 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.
7220 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7220 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.
7220 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 7220 to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

7220 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 7220 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in South Shore

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 0% lower than 1-bedrooms in South Shore.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
South Shore
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,568
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$1,511
A table of studio rental data trends in South Shore
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$848
January 2024$842
February 2024$850
March 2024$839
April 2024$843
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$1,031

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,145.
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Schools near 7220

Powell Elementary Paideia Community Academy

7511 s south shore dr

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-

Christopher Elementary School

5042 s artesian ave

chicago, IL, 60632

K-8Public
C
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Getting around Chicago near 7220 S South Shore Dr

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 7220 S South Shore Dr, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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