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7917 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA|Chatham
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Property Overview
7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.5/10, including a perfect 10/10 for price and high scores for amenities and location, reflecting great amenities and convenient access to schools and key neighborhood destinations. The property ranks in the top tier locally for both value for money and value per square foot, and is particularly attractive for pet owners given nearby pet supply stores, a pet hospital, and grooming services. Transparency from management is supported by a solid 7/10 trustworthiness rating.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1 bed | 1 bath | 550+ sqft | $895 /mo | 5 units available | ||
| 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | $1,025 /mo | 2 units available |
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Amenities for 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619
Apartment Amenities
| Dining Room | Eat-in Kitchen |
| Hardwood Floor | Heat Included |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Other
| Pre Recorded Tour |
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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
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 42 |
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About 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619
7917 S Drexel Ave is located in East Chatham area near E 79th and S Cottage Grove. This 43 unit building offers 1-2 Bedroom apartments with great amenities. This location is easily accessible via ( ME Metra Electric and CTA Red Line as well as 79 79th and 4 Cottage Grove Bus Lines. Call to set a showing today!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 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.
7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 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, 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 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.
7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 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 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 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.
7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 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.
7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 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 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 125 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Chatham
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% lower than 1-bedrooms in Chatham.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 to be 24% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Chatham.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Chatham
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,657 |
| April 2026 | $1,633 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $826 |
| January 2026 | $910 |
| February 2026 | $815 |
| March 2026 | $793 |
| April 2026 | $811 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619
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
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Chicago near 7917 S Drexel Ave
Walking
9/10
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 7917 S Drexel Ave, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some 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 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 7917 S Drexel Ave
Food Town
935 E 79th St
Mega Food Mart
750 E 79th St
Paradise Supermarket
8101 S Cottage Grove Ave
Mandela African Groceries
722 E 79th St
One Stop Food Market Inc
8222 S Cottage Grove Ave
Pink Passion Boutique
855 E 79th St
Creative Moldings Co
8029 S Evans Ave
All in My Closet
8112 S Cottage Grove Ave
Suits America Inc
713 E 79th St
Collection Clothing
711 E 79th St
Dunkin'
5500 S Cicero Ave
Crack in the Cup Coffee & Tea
644 E 79th St
Dat Old Fashioned Donut
8251 S Cottage Grove Ave
Dunkin'
7450 S King Dr
Dunkin'
448 E 87th St
Wrap Bar
8154 S Cottage Grove Ave
Odyssey Lounge
7643 1/2 S Cottage Grove Ave
City Life Cocktail Lounge
712 E 83rd St
Reynold's Lounge
938 E 75th St
Red Pepper's Lounge
428 E 87th St
West Indies Bakery
841 E 79th St
Scratch Cafe Bakery
8129 S Eberhart Ave
Breaking Bread Initiative
440 E 79th St
Kudus Health Foods Inc
8515 S Cottage Grove Ave
Brown Sugar Bakery
328 E 75th St
DeBow Playlot Park
Grand Crossing Park
Adams Park
Dobson Playlot Park
Avalon Park
West Indies Bakery
841 E 79th St
Lotus Chop Suey
814 E 79th St
Billy's Gyros
7855 S Cottage Grove Ave
Harold's Chicken
808 E 79th St
American Bagel Rotunda LCTN
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