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8221 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA|South Chicago
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Chicago Homes Realty Group & Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 336-1024 ext. 4047

Property Overview

8221 South Colfax Avenue features a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.4, highlighting its attractiveness to renters. With high scores in price, amenities, and location, the property offers competitive pricing and a wide range of desirable features within a convenient area. Additionally, the property is backed by a solid quality and trustworthiness rating, complemented by an impressive collection of 29 photos, providing potential renters with transparency and a clear view of what to expect.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 8221 South Colfax Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8221 South Colfax Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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8221 South Colfax Avenue - 12 bed1 bath1,450 sqft$1,400 /mo

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Amenities for 8221 South Colfax Avenue

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Gas UtilitiesGuest Room
HeatTrash Included
Water
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About 8221 South Colfax Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Chicago 8221 South Colfax Avenue

8221 South Colfax Avenue cost $1,400 per month. Located at 8221 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA, 8221 South Colfax Avenue has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Chicago, renting an apartment at 8221 South Colfax Avenue is 40% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Chicago include but are not limited to: 7120 S Wabash Ave, 7400 S Rhodes Ave, 7409 S Yates Blvd


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 8221 South Colfax Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8221 South Colfax Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 8221 South Colfax Avenue
Price·9A 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.
8221 South Colfax Avenue stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
8221 South Colfax Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas utilities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 8221 South Colfax Avenue 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.
8221 South Colfax Avenue 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 8221 South Colfax Avenue to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
8221 South Colfax Avenue 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.

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 8221 South Colfax Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 750 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in South Chicago

2-bedroom apartments at 8221 South Colfax Avenue cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Chicago.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
South Chicago
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A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,519
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
November 2025$1,495
A table of studio rental data trends in South Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$675
December 2023$670
January 2024$686
February 2024$685
March 2024$689
April 2024$682
May 2024$677
June 2024$682
July 2024$692
August 2024$690
September 2024$681

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,400.
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Schools near 8221 South Colfax Avenue

Coles Elementary Language Academy

8441 s yates blvd

chicago, IL, 60617

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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Neighborhood

South Chicago | Chicago, IL

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

Getting around Chicago near 8221 S Colfax 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

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8221 S Colfax Ave, Chicago

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of 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 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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