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  • Pet Friendly

Location

7916 South Drexel Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60619, United States|Chatham
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(844) 325-9182 ext. 6041

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9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

7916 S Drexel Ave offers an impressive overall Zumper rating of 9.2, highlighting its excellent standing in quality and amenities, which are rated at 10 and 9 respectively. With a competitive price rating of 8 and a trustworthy management profile rated at 9, it provides a compelling value for renters. The property's prime location boasts a perfect score of 10, ensuring easy access to top-rated schools and significant local amenities, reinforcing its appeal as a desirable living option.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
7916 S Drexel 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath625 sqft$980 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 7916 S Drexel Ave

Apartment Amenities

Heat IncludedPre Wired Phone and Cable

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OK

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
Gate
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

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Units12
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About 7916 S Drexel Ave

HomeApartments in ChicagoChatham 7916 S Drexel Ave

This 12-unit building located in East Chatham, IL features great amenities. Walking distance to Grand Crossing Park, Food Town, Old Chicago Pizza, and USPS. Easily accessible via 79th Street & Drexel and Cottage Grove & 79th Street Bus Lines or ME Metra Electric at 79th St. Pets are welcome!


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
7916 S Drexel 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 7916 S Drexel Ave
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, 7916 S Drexel Ave is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Chatham. 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.
7916 S Drexel Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7916 S Drexel Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
7916 S Drexel 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.
7916 S Drexel 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 7916 S Drexel 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.
7916 S Drexel 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.

7916 S Drexel Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 7916 S Drexel Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Chatham

2-bedroom apartments at 7916 S Drexel Ave cost about 30% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chatham.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Chatham
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,568
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,627
March 2024$1,926
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$1,511
A table of studio rental data trends in Chatham
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$742
January 2024$740
February 2024$752
March 2024$746
April 2024$730
May 2024$729
June 2024$744
July 2024$748
August 2024$746
September 2024$798
October 2024$786
November 2024$742
December 2024$763
January 2025$743
February 2025$771
March 2025$877
April 2025$750
August 2025$812
September 2025$779
October 2025$755
November 2025$825

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $980.
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Schools near 7916 S Drexel Ave

Ashe Elementary School

8505 s ingleside ave

chicago, IL, 60619

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-

Talman Elementary School

5450 s talman ave

chicago, IL, 60632

PK, K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Chicago near 7916 South Drexel Avenue

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 7916 South Drexel Avenue, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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