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Highlights

  • Generous living space
  • Elevator access
  • Gleaming hardwood floors
  • Up-and-coming neighborhood
  • Well-maintained building
  • City convenience

Location

1962 E 71st Pl, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Management

WPD Management LLC

Leasing office

(773) 572-2022

Property Overview

1962 E 71st Pl offers a generous living space in a well-maintained building with elevator access and gleaming hardwood floors, making it an appealing choice for renters seeking both comfort and convenience. With a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.1 and a competitive price rating of 9, this property stands out for its excellent value, impressive amenities, and prime location that provides easy access to local attractions and transportation. Additionally, its trustworthiness rating of 8 reflects a commitment to transparency, ensuring potential renters have a clear understanding of what to expect.

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, 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) 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

  • Elevator
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

2/12 bed1 bath$1,686 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to this beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment located in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant South Shore neighborhood. This inviting unit features gleaming hardwood floors, newer appliances, and generous living space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The building includes elevator access, adding convenience and comfort to your daily routine. Nestled just steps from the lakefront, residents enjoy close proximity to Jackson Park, the South Shore Cultural Center, and the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline. With easy access to public transportation, local shops, and a variety of dining options, 1962 E 71st Place offers the perfect blend of residential comfort and city convenience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to live in a well-maintained building in one of Chicago’s most historic and up-and-coming neighborhoods.

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Amenities for 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW)

Apartment Amenities

Heat and Hot Water

Building

ElevatorOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

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About 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW)

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Shore 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW)

Welcome to this beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment located in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant South Shore neighborhood. This inviting unit features gleaming hardwood floors, newer appliances, and generous living space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The building includes elevator access, adding convenience and comfort to your daily routine. Nestled just steps from the lakefront, residents enjoy close proximity to Jackson Park, the South Shore Cultural Center, and the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline. With easy access to public transportation, local shops, and a variety of dining options, 1962 E 71st Place offers the perfect blend of residential comfort and city convenience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to live in a well-maintained building in one of Chicago’s most historic and up-and-coming neighborhoods.


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, 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) 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 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW)
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.
1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) 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, 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) 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.
1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) 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 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) 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 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in South Shore

2-bedroom apartments at 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW) cost about 23% 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

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,440/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,440 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,686.
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Schools near 1962 E 71st Pl (NEW)

Bouchet Elementary Math & Science Academy

7355 s jeffery blvd

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 1962 E 71st Pl

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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1962 E 71st Pl, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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