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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Easily accessible
- Newly rehabbed 13 unit apartments
Location
8001 S May St, Chicago, IL 60620, USA|Auburn Gresham
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Property Overview
8001 S May earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper expert rating, including standout marks for price, amenities, and location. It also offers a competitive value per square foot, 25 photos, nearby middle school access, and pet-friendly convenience with local pet care options.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,000 sqft | $1,285 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 8001 S May
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About 8001 S May
Available for Rent! Come check out this newly rehabbed 13 unit apartments in Chicago Lawn near 80th and Racine! These apartments offer great amenities. This location is easily accessible via (RI Rock Island, CTA Red Line as well as 44 Wallace-Racine, 79 79th Bus Lines. Call to set a showing today! CYM Living Quality & Service Guaranteed!
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 8001 S May is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8001 S May 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.
8001 S May 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, 8001 S May 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·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
8001 S May 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 8001 S May 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.
8001 S May 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.
8001 S May 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 8001 S May compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in Auburn Gresham
2-bedroom apartments at 8001 S May cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Auburn Gresham.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Auburn Gresham
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,675 |
| 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 | $1,684 |
| June 2026 | $1,691 |
| July 2026 | $1,658 |
| August 2026 | $1,650 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $766 |
| September 2024 | $762 |
| October 2024 | $770 |
| November 2024 | $858 |
| December 2024 | $863 |
| March 2025 | $851 |
| June 2025 | $797 |
| July 2025 | $900 |
| August 2025 | $871 |
| September 2025 | $860 |
| October 2025 | $872 |
| December 2025 | $811 |
| January 2026 | $900 |
| March 2026 | $852 |
| April 2026 | $876 |
| May 2026 | $881 |
| June 2026 | $902 |
| July 2026 | $881 |
| August 2026 | $900 |
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Can I afford to live at 8001 S May St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$51,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,285.
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Schools near 8001 S May
Cook Elementary School
8150 s bishop st
chicago, IL, 60620
PK, K-8Public
C-
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
Ashburn Community Elementary School
8300 s saint louis ave
chicago, IL, 60652
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
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Neighborhood
Auburn Gresham | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 8001 S May St
Walking
8/10
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
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 8001 S May St, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
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 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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