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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

4853 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Grand Boulevard
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(833) 873-6551

Property Overview

4853 S Prairie offers great amenities and stands out for strong value, ranking well for both value for money and value per square foot compared with nearby properties. It also has 17 photos for a helpful visual preview, and the nearest top-rated high school is about 0.28 miles away.

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

9.5
Excellent
4853 S Prairie 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 Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining2 bed1 bath1,150 sqft$1,750 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 4853 S Prairie

Apartment Amenities

3rd FloorDining Room

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

Administration Fee

One-time.

$15

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Parking Fee

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 parking fees max.

$25

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units18

About 4853 S Prairie

HomeApartments in ChicagoGrand Boulevard 4853 S Prairie

This 18-unit building in Bronzeville, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to George Washington Memorial, Overton Elementary School, and can be easily accessed via the CTA Green Line at 47th and 51st and CTA bus lines 3, 29, & 47. Call today for a 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.
9.5
/10
Excellent
4853 S Prairie 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 Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 4853 S Prairie
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.
4853 S Prairie 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 4853 S Prairie is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
4853 S Prairie 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.
4853 S Prairie 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 4853 S Prairie.
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.
4853 S Prairie 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.

4853 S Prairie is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet supply stores 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 4853 S Prairie compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 248 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Grand Boulevard

2-bedroom apartments at 4853 S Prairie cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Grand Boulevard.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Grand Boulevard
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,590
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
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,700
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Boulevard
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$850
March 2025$1,037
April 2025$1,312
May 2025$1,004
June 2025$1,108
July 2025$1,011
August 2025$770
September 2025$800
October 2025$727
November 2025$612
December 2025$651
January 2026$650
February 2026$718
March 2026$852
April 2026$767
May 2026$803
June 2026$652
July 2026$600
August 2026$510
September 2026$450
October 2026$450

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near 4853 S Prairie

Burke Elementary School

5356 s king dr

chicago, IL, 60615

PK, K-8Public
C-

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

1119 e 46th st

chicago, IL, 60653

PK, K-8Public
C-

Bridgeport Child Development Center

3053 s normal ave

chicago, IL, 60616

PKPublic

Chicago Commons Paulo Freire Center

1653 west 43rd st

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 4853 S Prairie Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate 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 4853 S Prairie 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

6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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