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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

7801 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60649, USA|South Shore
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(844) 334-0251 ext. 2069

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9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

The property at 7801-13 S Essex receives an impressive overall rating of 9.7 from Zumper and stands out for its exceptional amenities and unbeatable location, both scoring a perfect 10. It offers excellent value for renters with highly competitive pricing and strong trustworthiness, enhanced by a wealth of detailed information and images. Additionally, it highlights pet-friendly features, making it an appealing option for a range of potential residents.

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

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 7801-13 S Essex 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath650 sqft$980 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2 bed1 bath825 sqft$965 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for 7801-13 S Essex

Apartment Amenities

Dining RoomEat-in Kitchen
Hardwood FloorHeat Included

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$965–$980

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Units36
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About 7801-13 S Essex

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Shore 7801-13 S Essex

This 36-unit building in South Shore, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to Budget Food Grocery Store, Joji Gyros, Subway, McDonald's, and Family Dollar. Commute easily via 79th Street & Phillips Bus Line or ME Metra Electric at the Windsor Park Stop. Pets are welcome! Call us 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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 7801-13 S Essex 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 7801-13 S Essex
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.
7801-13 S Essex 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.
7801-13 S Essex 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, 7801-13 S Essex 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.
7801-13 S Essex 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.
7801-13 S Essex 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 7801-13 S Essex.
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.
7801-13 S Essex 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.

7801-13 S Essex is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 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 7801-13 S Essex compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 125 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in South Shore

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 15% lower than 1-bedrooms in South Shore.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 7801-13 S Essex to be 31% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Shore.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
South Shore
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,511
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 South Shore
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$880
December 2023$853
January 2024$842
February 2024$850
March 2024$839
April 2024$843
May 2024$883
June 2024$900
July 2024$825
August 2024$789
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

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $980.
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Schools near 7801-13 S Essex

Bradwell Community Arts & Science Elementary School

7736 s burnham 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-

Christopher Elementary School

5042 s artesian ave

chicago, IL, 60632

K-8Public
C
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Neighborhood

South Shore | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Chicago near 7801 S Essex Ave

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 7801 S Essex Ave, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants 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

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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