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7917 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA|Chatham
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CYM Living LLC

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Property Overview

With a remarkable Zumper Expert Rating of 9.7, 7917-27 S Drexel Ave excels in both quality and location, receiving perfect scores for its competitive pricing and accessibility to local amenities, schools, and transportation. It features outstanding amenities that enhance the living experience, complemented by an impressive number of photographs to aid potential renters in visualizing the property. Overall, this property is recognized for its trustworthiness and detailed presentation, making it a compelling choice in the market.

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

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 7917-27 S Drexel Ave is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath575 sqft$890 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 7917-27 S Drexel Ave

Apartment Amenities

Dining RoomEat-in Kitchen
Hardwood FloorHeat Included
Pre Wired Phone and Cable

Building

Onsite Laundry
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Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$890

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About 7917-27 S Drexel Ave

HomeApartments in ChicagoChatham 7917-27 S Drexel Ave

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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 7917-27 S Drexel Ave is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated 7917-27 S Drexel Ave
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 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 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7917-27 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.
7917-27 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.
7917-27 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 7917-27 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.
7917-27 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.

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 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Chatham

1-bedroom apartments at 7917-27 S Drexel Ave cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chatham.

Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Chatham
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,495
November 2023$1,507
December 2023$1,565
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Chatham
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$728
November 2023$725
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Schools near 7917-27 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 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

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