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Highlights

  • Modern kitchen
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Ample storage
  • Granite-style countertops
  • Tile flooring throughout
  • Spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom

Location

6142 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Washington Park
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Alza Property Management LLC

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(844) 278-3514 ext. 1645

Property Overview

6142 South King Drive is a competitively priced, highly rated option with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4/10, including perfect marks for price and strong scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. The spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout features a modern kitchen with granite-style countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile flooring throughout, and ample storage, and the 15 listing photos help provide a clear view of the home and its finishes.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 6142 South King Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6142 South King Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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6142 South King Drive - 6144-...2 bed2 bath$1,575 /moFOR RENT Chicago, IL 60637 2 Bed | 2 Bath | Welcome to this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom garden unit located in a classic brick building in Chicago's Washington Park / Woodlawn area. This unit offers a large open-concept living and dining space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The modern kitchen features dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite-style countertops, and ample storage, making it both stylish and functional for everyday cooking. Both bedrooms are generously sized with closet space, and the unit includes two full bathrooms for added convenience. The tile flooring throughout the unit makes cleaning easy and gives the space a clean, modern look. Located near public transportation, parks, shopping, and restaurants, this home provides easy access to everything the South Side has to offer. Rent Details Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Utilities Water Included Tenant pays Gas & Electric Rental Requirements $55 Application Fee per Household No Security Deposit Move-In Fe

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HomeApartments in ChicagoWashington Park 6142 South King Drive

FOR RENT Chicago, IL 60637 2 Bed | 2 Bath | Welcome to this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom garden unit located in a classic brick building in Chicago's Washington Park / Woodlawn area. This unit offers a large open-concept living and dining space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The modern kitchen features dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite-style countertops, and ample storage, making it both stylish and functional for everyday cooking. Both bedrooms are generously sized with closet space, and the unit includes two full bathrooms for added convenience. The tile flooring throughout the unit makes cleaning easy and gives the space a clean, modern look. Located near public transportation, parks, shopping, and restaurants, this home provides easy access to everything the South Side has to offer. Rent Details Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Utilities Water Included Tenant pays Gas & Electric Rental Requirements $55 Application Fee per Household No Security Deposit Move-In Fee: $475 No Pets Allowed Vouchers accepted This is a great opportunity to live in a spacious, updated unit in a convenient Chicago location.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 6142 South King Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6142 South King Drive 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 6142 South King Drive
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.
6142 South King Drive 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, 6142 South King Drive 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.
6142 South King Drive 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 6142 South King Drive 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 6142 South King Drive compares to other nearby properties.

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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Washington Park

2-bedroom apartments at 6142 South King Drive cost about 17% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Washington Park.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Washington Park
Chicago
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,349
July 2024$2,354
August 2024$2,210
September 2024$2,235
October 2024$2,200
November 2024$2,118
December 2024$1,961
January 2025$1,932
February 2025$1,991
March 2025$2,036
April 2025$2,050
May 2025$2,040
June 2025$2,012
July 2025$2,172
August 2025$2,064
September 2025$1,986
October 2025$1,940
November 2025$1,952
December 2025$1,950
January 2026$1,997
February 2026$2,041
March 2026$2,232
April 2026$2,219
May 2026$2,257
June 2026$2,210
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Washington Park
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,044
July 2024$1,059
August 2024$1,050
September 2024$1,050
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,090
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,131
February 2025$1,162
March 2025$1,104
April 2025$1,049
May 2025$1,027
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,130
August 2025$1,143
September 2025$1,136
October 2025$1,128
November 2025$1,165
December 2025$1,148
January 2026$1,150
February 2026$1,150
March 2026$1,142
April 2026$1,182
May 2026$1,222
June 2026$1,300

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Schools near 6142 South King Drive

Dulles Elementary School

6311 s calumet ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C-

Woodlawn Elementary Community School

6657 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
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 6142 S King Dr

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 6142 S King Dr, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
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

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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