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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Recently renovated apartments
  • Great amenities
  • Studio, one, two, three-bedroom

Location

8100 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA|South Chicago
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Management

CYM Living LLC

Leasing office

(312) 940-4479

Property Overview

8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 features recently renovated apartments with great amenities, providing options from studio to three-bedroom layouts. It boasts a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, with a competitive price rating of 10 and an impressive amenities score of 9, reflecting excellent value and elevated living standards. The property is conveniently located, providing residents with easy access to grocery stores and public transportation, while its trustworthiness rating of 7 underscores its transparency in presenting a detailed overview for potential 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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 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

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath525 sqft$900 /mo5 units available
2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2 bed1 bath650+ sqft$1,015–$1,100 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617

Apartment Amenities

Dining RoomEat-in Kitchen
Hardwood FloorHeat Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Other

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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

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Chicago 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617

8100 S Essex Ave is located in the South Chicago neighborhood, and offers studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments that have recently been renovated. These apartments offer great amenities. Walking distance to Eckersall Park, Dollar General, McDonald's, The New Look Restaurant and Bar, and Save A Lot. Commute easily via ME Metra Electric at 83rd St., CTA bus lines 15, 30, and 79, and quick access to the Chicago Skyway. 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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 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 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617
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.
8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 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.
8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 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.
8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 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 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 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.
8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 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 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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 grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in South Chicago

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% lower than 1-bedrooms in South Chicago.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617 to be 25% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Chicago.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
South Chicago
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,516
March 2026$1,668
A table of studio rental data trends in South Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$682
May 2024$677
June 2024$682
July 2024$692
August 2024$690
September 2024$681
February 2026$785
March 2026$785

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617

Coles Elementary Language Academy

8441 s yates blvd

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 8100 S Essex Ave

Walking

6/10
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

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

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8100 S Essex Ave, Chicago

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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