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Pet Friendly
Location
7020 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Property Overview
7020 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60649 is a highly rated rental option with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 9.7/10, reflecting excellent value, exceptional quality, and strong trustworthiness. Its 10/10 scores for price, location, and quality highlight competitive pricing, convenient access to key amenities and services, and a verified standard that stands out in the area. With strong amenities, top-tier value per square foot, proximity to a highly rated elementary school, and good support for pet owners, this property offers a well-rounded living experience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Apartment with Dining | 3 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,300 sqft |
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Amenities for 7020 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60649
Apartment Amenities
| Bonus Room/Den | Hardwood Floor |
| High End Finishes | Patio |
| Porch |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs 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.
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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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 7020 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60649
This 6-unit building in South Shore, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to Royal Caribbean Jerk, Jeffery Pub, and can be easily accessed via ME Metra Electric at the Bryn Mawr stop. Call today for a showing!
7020 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60649 is great 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 7020 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60649 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 450 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in South Shore
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
South Shore
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,676 |
| 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 | $1,657 |
| April 2026 | $1,637 |
| May 2026 | $1,684 |
| June 2026 | $1,691 |
| July 2026 | $1,658 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $788 |
| September 2024 | $812 |
| October 2024 | $862 |
| November 2024 | $796 |
| 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 |
Schools near 7020 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60649
O'Keeffe Elementary School
6940 s merrill ave
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
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 7020 S Merrill Ave
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample 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 7020 S Merrill Ave, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
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
6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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