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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Open layout
  • Laundry facility
  • Well-maintained building
  • Beautiful tree-lined street
  • Huge bedroom
  • Heat and hot water included

Location

4500 S Drexel Blvd, Chicago, IL 60653, USA|Kenwood
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Management

FORZA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC

Leasing office

(844) 335-9834 ext. 7645

Property Overview

4500 South Drexel Boulevard offers an inviting open layout, a well-maintained building, and a laundry facility, all situated on a beautiful tree-lined street. With a Zumper expert rating of 7.4, it showcases competitive pricing and a high standard of living, highlighted by an impressive amenities rating of 8 and a location rating of 9. Additionally, its proximity to a top-rated high school and exceptional value per square foot enhance its appeal to potential renters.

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
4500 South Drexel Boulevard 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
  • High school nearby
  • Pet friendly

Floor plans

4500 South Drexel Boulevard - 1031 bed1 bath1,100 sqft$2,150 /moModern 1-Bedroom Apartment in Prime Bronzeville! CHA/Section 8 friendly! Discover comfortable living in this modern 1-bedroom apartment located in the heart of Bronzeville. Unit 103 offers an open and inviting layout with great natural light, a functional kitchen, and a cozy bedroom. The building is well-maintained and sits on a beautiful tree-lined street, just minutes from public transit, parks, restaurants, and local conveniences. Perfect for anyone seeking an affordable and well-located home in a vibrant Chicago neighborhood. Large 1 bedroom apartment in quiet building. HUGE bedroom fits king size bedroom set. Lovely kitchen, Stove and refrigerator, included. Floating vinyl floors throughout. Heat and hot water included. Laundry facility in building.

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Amenities for 4500 South Drexel Boulevard

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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Units1
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About 4500 South Drexel Boulevard

HomeApartments in ChicagoKenwood 4500 South Drexel Boulevard

Modern 1-Bedroom Apartment in Prime Bronzeville! CHA/Section 8 friendly! Discover comfortable living in this modern 1-bedroom apartment located in the heart of Bronzeville. Unit 103 offers an open and inviting layout with great natural light, a functional kitchen, and a cozy bedroom. The building is well-maintained and sits on a beautiful tree-lined street, just minutes from public transit, parks, restaurants, and local conveniences. Perfect for anyone seeking an affordable and well-located home in a vibrant Chicago neighborhood. Large 1 bedroom apartment in quiet building. HUGE bedroom fits king size bedroom set. Lovely kitchen, Stove and refrigerator, included. Floating vinyl floors throughout. Heat and hot water included. Laundry facility in building.


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
4500 South Drexel Boulevard 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 4500 South Drexel Boulevard
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, 4500 South Drexel Boulevard 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, 4500 South Drexel Boulevard 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.
4500 South Drexel Boulevard 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 4500 South Drexel Boulevard 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.
4500 South Drexel Boulevard 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 4500 South Drexel Boulevard compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 607 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Kenwood

1-bedroom apartments at 4500 South Drexel Boulevard cost about 24% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Kenwood.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Kenwood
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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
January 2026$1,495
A table of studio rental data trends in Kenwood
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,305
March 2024$1,235
April 2024$1,280
May 2024$1,415
June 2024$1,352
July 2024$1,427
August 2024$1,141
September 2024$1,269
October 2024$1,344
November 2024$1,122
December 2024$1,113
January 2025$1,079
February 2025$1,141
March 2025$1,127
April 2025$1,160
May 2025$1,183
June 2025$1,164
July 2025$1,359
August 2025$1,447
September 2025$1,503
October 2025$1,256
November 2025$1,149
December 2025$1,156
January 2026$1,175

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$86,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $86,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,150.
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Schools near 4500 South Drexel Boulevard

Woodson South Elementary School

4414 s evans ave

chicago, IL, 60653

PK, K-8Public
C-

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

1119 e 46th st

chicago, IL, 60653

PK, K-8Public
C-

Woodlawn Elementary Community School

6657 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C

Thomas Early Childhood Center

3625 s hoyne ave

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 4500 S Drexel Blvd

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

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 4500 S Drexel Blvd, 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

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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