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Highlights

  • Granite countertops
  • Central heat
  • Brushed nickel finishes
  • New bathroom
  • Newly remodeled
  • Rich color

Location

6949 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Grand Crossing
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Management

Elite Rentals Chicago, LLC

Leasing office

(312) 690-7711

Property Overview

6949 S Woodlawn Avenue receives a solid Zumper expert rating of 7.7, indicating it is a strong choice for renters. The property features granite countertops, modern finishes, and a newly remodeled bathroom, contributing to its high amenities rating of 8 out of 10. Additionally, its prime location scores 9 out of 10 for excellent access to transportation and schools, while it maintains competitive pricing, making it an attractive option for a variety of renters.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue 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

  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,400 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to a beautiful space to call your own. This unit is newly remodeled with new high-end cabinetry, granite countertops, and brushed nickel finishes. There is also a new bathroom with a push button toilet and stylish glass tile. The bedrooms are spacious and ready to sleep in. The entire unit has been newly painted with a rich color and high-gloss trim. Your unit has central heat that you control. We will even pay for your water usage. MOVE IN FEE: $500

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About 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoGrand Crossing 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue

Welcome to a beautiful space to call your own. This unit is newly remodeled with new high-end cabinetry, granite countertops, and brushed nickel finishes. There is also a new bathroom with a push button toilet and stylish glass tile. The bedrooms are spacious and ready to sleep in. The entire unit has been newly painted with a rich color and high-gloss trim. Your unit has central heat that you control. We will even pay for your water usage. MOVE IN FEE: $500


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue 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 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue
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.
6949 S Woodlawn Avenue 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·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, 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue 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.
6949 S Woodlawn Avenue 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 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue 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.
6949 S Woodlawn Avenue 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 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Grand Crossing

3-bedroom apartments at 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Grand Crossing.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Grand Crossing
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,968
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$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
February 2026$1,495
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Crossing
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$850
April 2024$848
May 2024$785
June 2024$822
July 2024$960
August 2024$786
September 2024$780
November 2024$912
December 2024$931
March 2025$943
April 2025$940
May 2025$987
June 2025$950
July 2025$968
August 2025$920
September 2025$871
October 2025$864
November 2025$928
December 2025$923
January 2026$919
February 2026$890

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,400.
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Schools near 6949 S Woodlawn Avenue

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

Revere Elementary School

1010 e 72nd st

chicago, IL, 60619

PK, K-8Public
C-

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

1119 e 46th st

chicago, IL, 60653

PK, K-8Public
C-

Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center

1701 west 63rd st

chicago, IL, 60636

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Grand Crossing | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Chicago near 6949 S Woodlawn Ave

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 6949 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

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 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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