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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

7800 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(844) 547-0860

Property Overview

7800 S South Shore Dr stands out for its excellent overall rating, strong value, and top-tier location, along with high marks for amenities, quality, and trustworthiness. It also offers helpful photo coverage, a nearby top-rated middle school, and a pet-friendly setting with a pet hospital close by.

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

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 7800 S South Shore Dr is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Balcony
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath470+ sqft$1,025–$1,200 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for 7800 S South Shore Dr

Apartment Amenities

CarpetGranite Countertops
Hard Surface FlooringPatio
PorchUpgraded Finishes

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Other

Rehabbed In 2023
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Administration Fee

One-time.

$15

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Parking Fee

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 parking fees max.

$25

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units31

About 7800 S South Shore Dr

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Shore 7800 S South Shore Dr

7800 S South Shore Drive is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. One-bedroom apartments feature great amenities. South Shore Cultural Center, Bronzeville Children's Museum, Bessemer Park and Avalon Park are all within 8 minutes from 7800 S Shore Drive. Commute easily via ME at the 79th St. station, just blocks away! CTA bus lines 5, 6, 26, 71, and 95 are also convenient to the property. Call today to schedule your showing with CYM Living!


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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 7800 S South Shore Dr is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated 7800 S South Shore Dr
Price·10A 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.
7800 S South Shore Dr offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
7800 S South Shore Dr goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7800 S South Shore Dr receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
7800 S South Shore Dr offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
7800 S South Shore Dr has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 7800 S South Shore Dr.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
7800 S South Shore Dr has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

7800 S South Shore Dr is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 7800 S South Shore Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in South Shore

1-bedroom apartments at 7800 S South Shore Dr cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Shore.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
South Shore
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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
May 2026$1,684
June 2026$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,717
A table of studio rental data trends in South Shore
MonthMedian Rent
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
May 2026$936
June 2026$946
July 2026$927
August 2026$900
September 2026$900
October 2026$901

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,025.
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Schools near 7800 S South Shore Dr

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

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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Getting around Chicago near 7800 S South Shore Dr

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
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

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

Points of interest for 7800 S South Shore Dr, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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