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  • Pet Friendly

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801 E Drexel Sq, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Kenwood
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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(773) 448-4386

Property Overview

801 E Drexel Square is a highly rated, competitively priced property with an overall expert rating of 9.2/10, strong scores for amenities, and top marks for both location and quality. Renters benefit from excellent value for money, proximity to a top-rated high school, and a transparent, detailed listing with 12 photos. The property is also great for pet friendliness, with multiple nearby pet supply stores, hospitals, and grooming options supporting a convenient lifestyle for pet owners.

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
801 E Drexel Square 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

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath450 sqft$1,290 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 801 E Drexel Square

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningGranite Countertops
Hardwood Floor

Appliances

Central A/C

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Other

Rehabbed In 2023
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

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units40
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About 801 E Drexel Square

HomeApartments in ChicagoKenwood 801 E Drexel Square

Welcome to 801 E Drexel Square, apartments near the University of Chicago! This 40-unit apartment building in Hyde Park, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to Washington Park, Walgreens, Subway Restaurants, and The University of Chicago. This property is easily accessible via the CTA Green Line at 51st or CTA bus lines 2, 4, & 15. Section 8 is accepted. Call today to schedule your showing!


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
801 E Drexel Square 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 801 E Drexel Square
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, 801 E Drexel Square is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Kenwood. 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.
801 E Drexel Square 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, 801 E Drexel Square 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.
801 E Drexel Square 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.
801 E Drexel Square 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 801 E Drexel Square.
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.
801 E Drexel Square 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.

801 E Drexel Square is great for:

Pet owners

  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 801 E Drexel Square compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Kenwood

1-bedroom apartments at 801 E Drexel Square cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Kenwood.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Kenwood
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,758
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$1,657
April 2026$1,637
May 2026$1,681
A table of studio rental data trends in Kenwood
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,364
July 2024$1,427
August 2024$1,141
September 2024$1,269
October 2024$1,344
November 2024$1,122
December 2024$1,113
January 2025$1,079
February 2025$1,141
March 2025$1,127
April 2025$1,160
May 2025$1,183
June 2025$1,164
July 2025$1,359
August 2025$1,447
September 2025$1,503
October 2025$1,256
November 2025$1,149
December 2025$1,156
January 2026$1,222
February 2026$1,190
March 2026$1,173
April 2026$1,225
May 2026$1,183

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$51,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,290.
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Schools near 801 E Drexel Square

Reavis Elementary Math & Science Special School

834 e 50th st

chicago, IL, 60615

PK, K-8Public
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-

Woodlawn Elementary Community School

6657 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C
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Getting around Chicago near 801 E Drexel Sq

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 801 E Drexel Sq, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

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

10/10
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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