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Highlights

  • Charming apartment
  • Spacious bedroom
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Kitchen equipped

Location

1721 East 79th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60649, United States|South Chicago
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Management

7000 S South Shore (Chicago) LLC

Leasing office

(708) 228-1877

Property Overview

1721-25 E 79th St presents a charming apartment with spacious bedrooms and beautiful hardwood floors, featuring an equipped kitchen. Zumper's expert rating of 7.6 indicates a great option for renters, with a competitive price rating of 7, emphasizing an excellent balance of price and value. The property shines with a high amenities rating of 9 and a location rating of 9, offering unmatched convenience and access to public transport and top-rated schools, reflecting its value per square foot in the 90.91 percentile compared to surrounding properties.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.4
Very Good
1721-25 E 79th St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your new home in the heart of Chicago, IL! This stunning one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment has been recently renovated to offer a modern and comfortable living space. The apartment boasts beautiful hardwood floors and new flooring throughout, adding a touch of elegance. The kitchen is equipped with brand new appliances, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. This location is conveniently situated near public transportation. Contact Jessica today to schedule a tour of this unit and find out more about our OCTOBER SPECIALS.

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Amenities for 1721-25 E 79th St

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorRenovated

Appliances

Brand New Appliances

Neighborhood

Near Public Transportation
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About 1721-25 E 79th St

HomeApartments in ChicagoSouth Chicago 1721-25 E 79th St

Welcome to your new home in the heart of Chicago, IL! This stunning one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment has been recently renovated to offer a modern and comfortable living space. The apartment boasts beautiful hardwood floors and new flooring throughout, adding a touch of elegance. The kitchen is equipped with brand new appliances, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. This location is conveniently situated near public transportation. Contact Jessica today to schedule a tour of this unit and find out more about our OCTOBER SPECIALS.


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.
7.4
/10
Very Good
1721-25 E 79th St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 1721-25 E 79th St
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 1721-25 E 79th St has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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, 1721-25 E 79th St 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.
1721-25 E 79th St 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 1721-25 E 79th St 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.
1721-25 E 79th St 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 1721-25 E 79th St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 239 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 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 Chicago

1-bedroom apartments at 1721-25 E 79th St cost about 56% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Chicago.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
South Chicago
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A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,587
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$1,520
December 2025$1,495
A table of studio rental data trends in South Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$675
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

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 1721-25 E 79th St

Horace Mann Elementary School

8050 s chappel ave

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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Getting around Chicago near 1721 East 79th Street

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
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 1721 East 79th Street, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
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

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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