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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Golf course
  • Heat included
  • Ample closet space
  • Extra touches
  • Open concept kitchen

Location

6949 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Management

High Fidelity Realty

Leasing office

(312) 728-7199

Property Overview

6949-59 S. Paxton is a highly rated property with a Zumper score of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters. Notably, it features hardwood floors, ample closet space, and an open concept kitchen, alongside excellent amenities such as heat included and proximity to a golf course. The property offers competitive pricing and is situated near a top-rated elementary school, presenting great value and convenience for potential residents.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 6949-59 S. Paxton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6949-59 S. Paxton has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Floor plans

6949-59 S. Paxton1 bed1 bath$800 /mo1 unit availablecom lz c19d4d3030 ---- Beautiful and cozy apartment with heat included- Available now! Historic Jackson Heights! This quaint 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment features a galley kitchen that feeds into a functional living room with big and bright windows. Hardwood floors are found throughout. Unit is equipped with radiator heat. Sorry, no pets. This gorgeous apartment will rent fast, so schedule a showing today! *Similar unit photos used.
6949-59 S. Paxton4 bed2 bath$1,400 /mo1 unit availablecom lz 56e65ec0dd ---- Beautiful and large apartment with heat included- Available now! Historic Jackson Heights! This lovely 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment features an open concept kitchen that feeds into a huge living room with bright, big bay windows. Hardwood floors are found throughout 3 large bedrooms, which offer ample closet space. Enjoy the extra touches like lots of large windows throughout the unit and exterior parking (extra fee involved). Sorry, no pets. This gorgeous apartment will rent fast, so schedule a showing today! *Similar unit photos used.

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Amenities for 6949-59 S. Paxton

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHeat Included
Tenant Pays Gas and Electric

Appliances

Refrigerator

Building

No Smoking Building

Services

Lawn Care IncludedSnow Removal Included
Trash Removal Included

Neighborhood

90+ Walk ScorePark Nearby

Other

No PetsOne Year Lease
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

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 6949-59 S. Paxton

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Shore 6949-59 S. Paxton

SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: showmojo. Situated in the historic Jackson Park Highlands district, this vintage gem of a building is in the heart of South Shore Chicago. At Lake Michigan's beautiful South Shore Park, the recreation options are endless with it's cultural center, beach, and nature sanctuary are just to the east, while Jackson Park's golf course, community farm, and limestone beaches are only 2 blocks to the north. With Jackson Plaza just a block away, you will find Local Market Foods, Walgreens, and much more. Transportation is a breeze with the Jackson Park Express, South Shore Express, and 67th street busses all within a blocks walk. While the Metra Electric Bryn Mawr station is just at the corner!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 6949-59 S. Paxton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6949-59 S. Paxton has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 6949-59 S. Paxton
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 6949-59 S. Paxton is a great option for renters looking for apartments in South Shore. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
6949-59 S. Paxton goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 90+ walk score. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 6949-59 S. Paxton 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.
6949-59 S. Paxton 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·9A 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.
6949-59 S. Paxton has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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 6949-59 S. Paxton compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in South Shore

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 33% lower than 1-bedrooms in South Shore.

4-bedroom apartments at 6949-59 S. Paxton cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in South Shore.

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
South Shore
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,685
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
A table of studio rental data trends in South Shore
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,016
December 2025$888
January 2026$903
February 2026$953
March 2026$941

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 6949-59 S. Paxton

O'Keeffe Elementary School

6940 s merrill ave

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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Neighborhood

South Shore | Chicago, IL

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

Getting around Chicago near 6949 S Paxton Ave

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

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 6949 S Paxton Ave, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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

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

High schools

4/10
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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