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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Quartz countertops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Washer/dryer
  • Highly upgraded kitchen

Location

1515 S Drake Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA|North Lawndale
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Management

FORZA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC

Leasing office

(844) 325-9308 ext. 2036

Property Overview

1515 South Drake Avenue scores an impressive 8.4 out of 10 in the Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting its desirability among renters. The property excels in price, amenities, and location, each receiving a rating of 9 out of 10, indicating a strong value for its features and access to key area points. With hardwood floors, quartz countertops, and included utilities, it’s well-equipped for remote work, further enhancing its appeal.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1515 South Drake Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1515 South Drake 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1515 South Drake Avenue - 2F1 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit availableGut Rehab Unit 2022. Central air and heat, with Google nest thermostat. Massive bedroom can fit two king size bedroom sets, and has walk out balcony. Hardwood floors throughout. Highly upgraded kitchen and bathroom, with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. washer/dryer in unit.

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Amenities for 1515 South Drake Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
Water

Tech

Utilities: Broadband Internet
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.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,195

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About 1515 South Drake Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoNorth Lawndale 1515 South Drake Avenue

Gut Rehab Unit 2022. Central air and heat, with Google nest thermostat. Massive bedroom can fit two king size bedroom sets, and has walk out balcony. Hardwood floors throughout. Highly upgraded kitchen and bathroom, with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. washer/dryer in unit.


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, 1515 South Drake Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1515 South Drake 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 1515 South Drake 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.
1515 South Drake 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.
1515 South Drake Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1515 South Drake 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.
1515 South Drake 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 1515 South Drake 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.
1515 South Drake 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.

1515 South Drake Avenue is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby

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 1515 South Drake Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in North Lawndale

1-bedroom apartments at 1515 South Drake Avenue cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in North Lawndale.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
North Lawndale
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 North Lawndale
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,500
March 2024$900

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$58,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near 1515 South Drake Avenue

Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School

3615 w 16th st

chicago, IL, 60623

PK, K-8Public
C-

Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School

3030 w arthington st

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-8Public
C-

Plato Learning Academy Elementary School

5545 w harrison st

chicago, IL, 60644

K-8Public
C-

Thomas Early Childhood Center

3625 s hoyne ave

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic

Christopher Elementary School

5042 s artesian ave

chicago, IL, 60632

K-8Public
C
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Neighborhood

North Lawndale | Chicago, IL

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

Getting around Chicago near 1515 S Drake Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1515 S Drake Ave, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
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

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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