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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Great amenities
  • Complete renovation

Location

8001 S Muskegon Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA|South Chicago
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(855) 594-6567

Property Overview

8001 S Muskegon Ave stands out for its excellent value, strong location, and high-quality living experience, supported by a 9.5 Zumper Expert Rating and top marks for price, location, and quality. It also features great amenities and a complete renovation, with nearby highly rated middle and high schools adding to its appeal.

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

9.5
Excellent
8001 S Muskegon Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath641 sqft$865 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 8001 S Muskegon Ave

Apartment Amenities

1st FloorHeat Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Administration Fee

One-time.

$15

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Parking Fee

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 parking fees max.

$25

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units19

About 8001 S Muskegon Ave

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Chicago 8001 S Muskegon Ave

8001 S Muskegon is a 19-unit building in South Chicago. Studio and one-bedroom apartments recently underwent a complete renovation, and feature great amenities. Walking distance to Family Dollar, Little Caesars Pizza, Save-A-Lot, Rainbow Beach on Lake Michigan, and Eckersall Playground Park. Commute easily via ME Metra Electric at 79th or CTA bus lines 5, 6, 26, 71, 79, and 95. Section 8 is accepted. Call today to schedule your showing with CYM Living!


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.
9.5
/10
Excellent
8001 S Muskegon Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 8001 S Muskegon Ave
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.
8001 S Muskegon Ave 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, 8001 S Muskegon Ave 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
8001 S Muskegon Ave offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
8001 S Muskegon Ave has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 8001 S Muskegon Ave.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
8001 S Muskegon Ave has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

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 8001 S Muskegon Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 3.3 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away

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Rent trends in South Chicago

1-bedroom apartments at 8001 S Muskegon Ave cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Chicago.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
South Chicago
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,551
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$1,731
A table of studio rental data trends in South Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
February 2026$785
March 2026$785
April 2026$785
May 2026$785
June 2026$775
July 2026$765

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$34,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $865.
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Schools near 8001 S Muskegon Ave

Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center

8344 s commercial ave

chicago, IL, 60617

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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Neighborhood

South Chicago | Chicago, IL

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

Getting around Chicago near 8001 S Muskegon Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 8001 S Muskegon Ave, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
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

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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