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Pet Friendly
Location
6401 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60629, USA|Chicago Lawn
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Property Overview
6401 S California offers strong overall value, with an 8.5 expert rating, top marks for price, and high scores for amenities and location. It also stands out for its great amenities, 17 photos for a clear preview, and pet-friendly conveniences like outdoor spaces and nearby grooming and supply 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
Less expensive- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $1,015 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 6401 S California
Apartment Amenities
| 1st Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Lawn | Outdoor Space |
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
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Administration Fee
Monthly.
$15
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
| Units | 18 |
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About 6401 S California
This 18-unit building in Chicago Lawn features great amenities. Walking distance to Richmond Food Mart, Montgomery Playground Park, and can be easily accessed via CTA 94 South California and 63rd St bus lines. 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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 6401 S California is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6401 S California 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.
6401 S California 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.
6401 S California 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, 6401 S California 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.
6401 S California 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 6401 S California 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.
6401 S California 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.
6401 S California 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 6401 S California compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Chicago Lawn
1-bedroom apartments at 6401 S California cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago Lawn.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Chicago Lawn
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,692 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $797 |
| November 2024 | $810 |
| February 2025 | $850 |
| April 2025 | $848 |
| May 2025 | $882 |
| June 2025 | $834 |
| July 2025 | $863 |
| August 2025 | $870 |
| September 2025 | $890 |
| October 2025 | $893 |
| November 2025 | $900 |
| December 2025 | $954 |
| January 2026 | $995 |
| February 2026 | $994 |
| March 2026 | $1,000 |
| April 2026 | $937 |
| May 2026 | $867 |
| June 2026 | $870 |
| July 2026 | $880 |
| August 2026 | $870 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 6401 S California Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$40,600/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,015.
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Schools near 6401 S California
Marquette Elementary School
6550 s richmond st
chicago, IL, 60629
PK, K-8Public
C
Talman Elementary School
5450 s talman ave
chicago, IL, 60632
PK, K-8Public
B-
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
Christopher Elementary School
5042 s artesian ave
chicago, IL, 60632
K-8Public
C
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz
4120 w 57th st
chicago, IL, 60629
PK, K-6Public
B
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Neighborhood
Chicago Lawn | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 6401 S California Ave
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
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
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 6401 S California 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
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
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 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a short drive
Explore the area around 6401 S California Ave
Los Dos Rios
2939 W 63rd St
Premium Food Liquor
2432 W 63rd St
Ogie's Foods
2600 W 69th St
ALDI
6025 S Western Ave
Mi Mexico Grocery Store
2601 W 59th St
Hollywood Bundles & Boutique
2817 W 63rd St
DTLR
2447 W 63rd St
Valdez Thrift Store
3024 W 63rd St
Fiercely Unique Fashion
6221 S Campbell Ave
Legendary Boutique Apparel
6619 S Sacramento Ave
Dunkin'
6100 S Western Ave
Dunkin'
6536 S Kedzie Ave
Dunkin'
5931 S Kedzie Ave
Starbucks
5807 S Western Ave
Starbucks
5505 S Kedzie Ave
One Stop Shop Food & Grocery
2423 W 63rd St
Conrad's Place
6522 S Pulaski Rd
Lawn Bowl
6750 S Pulaski Rd
Frankie's Place
2607 W 47th St
West 55th Street
4201 W 55th St
Sweet Bliss Cakes & More
6601 S Maplewood Ave
H & S Food & Liquor Inc
6759 S Western Ave
Hannah Bananzas Muffins & More
Skowron Jerky
Vamilu Sweets
Montgomery Park
Playground
Playground
Park No. 585
Oakley Park
Taqueria My Barrio Es Pepito
2645 W 63rd St
Papa T's
2843 W 63rd St
Little Caesars
08 West 63rd Street
Garifuna Flava
2518 W 63rd St
Red Snapper
2800 W Marquette Rd
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