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Highlights

  • Elevator
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Spacious and affordable studio apartments
  • 1 and 2 bedroom apartments
  • Cooking gas and electricity not included

Location

7801 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Management

PRG Management

Leasing office

(872) 333-7138

Property Overview

7801 S South Shore Dr offers spacious and affordable studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom apartments with elevator access and on-site laundry. It earns a strong overall rating, supported by excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location, while cooking gas and electricity are not included. Nearby schools and a solid photo gallery add to its appeal, though the nearest grocery store is farther away.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 7801 S South Shore Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7801 S South Shore Dr 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
  • Central heat
  • Images Available

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,100 /mo1 unit availableSpacious and affordable 1-2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom apartments available. Rent includes sewer, water, trash, and heat. Units come equipped with full-size appliances (stove and fridge). Tenants are responsible for cooking gas and electricity. The building features an elevator and on-site laundry facilities. Conveniently located near the lake and numerous restaurants. Join our wonderful community in the fantastic South Shore area. This building is accepting section 8 vouchers!
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,275 /mo1 unit availableSpacious and affordable 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment available. Uncovered parking lot on-site, parking spots available to rent for $100.00 per month per space. On-site common area laundry room with pay-by-phone washers and dryers. Rent includes heat. Units come equipped with a full-size stove and fridge. Tenants are responsible for cooking gas and electricity. The building features an elevator and on-site laundry facilities. Conveniently located near the lake and numerous restaurants, and near Rainbow Beach and the Obama Presidential Library. Join our wonderful community in the fantastic South Shore area. PRG Management works with all subsidy providers, including Sec 8/CHA voucher recipients.

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Amenities for 7801 S South Shore Dr

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCentral Heat
FreezerGas
Hardwood FloorHeating

Appliances

MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Common Area LaundryControlled Access
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Parking Lot

Other

Shared
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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Property details

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About 7801 S South Shore Dr

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Shore 7801 S South Shore Dr

Spacious and affordable studio, 1 and 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartments available. Rent includes sewer, water, trash, and heat. Units come equipped with full-size appliances (stove and fridge). Uncovered, reserved parking available for an addition $100.00 per month per space. Tenants are responsible for cooking gas and electricity. The building features an elevator and on-site laundry facilities. Conveniently located near the lake and numerous restaurants, and near the Obama Presidential Library. Join our wonderful community in the fantastic South Shore area. PRG Management works with all subsidy providers


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 7801 S South Shore Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7801 S South Shore Dr 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 7801 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.
7801 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.
7801 S South Shore Dr goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including common area laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7801 S South Shore Dr 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.
7801 S South Shore Dr 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 7801 S South Shore Dr 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.
7801 S South Shore Dr 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 7801 S South Shore Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

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Rent trends in South Shore

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in South Shore.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 7801 S South Shore Dr to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Shore.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
South Shore
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,562
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$1,726
A table of studio rental data trends in South Shore
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$779
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$907

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 7801 S South Shore Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near 7801 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 7801 S South Shore Dr

Walking

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

Driving

10/10
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

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

Points of interest for 7801 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

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

High schools

10/10
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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