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8242 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA|Chatham
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Property Overview
8242 S Drexel LLC is a beautiful, newly renovated property with an overall expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting strong performance across key renter priorities. It offers excellent value for money, premier amenities, and a highly convenient location (each rated 9/10), along with a solid 7/10 trustworthiness score supported by a detailed listing and 17 photos that help provide a clear sense of the property.
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
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Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 650 sqft | $1,050–$1,200 /mo | 2 units available | Beautiful newly renovated 1 bedroom apartment. | |
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 650 sqft | $1,300 /mo | 1 unit available | Beautiful newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment. |
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Amenities for 8242 S Drexel LLC
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 46 |
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About 8242 S Drexel LLC
Beautiful newly renovated 1 bedroom apartment.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 8242 S Drexel LLC is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8242 S Drexel LLC 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·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.
8242 S Drexel LLC 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.
8242 S Drexel LLC goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 8242 S Drexel LLC 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.
8242 S Drexel LLC 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 8242 S Drexel LLC 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.
8242 S Drexel LLC 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.
8242 S Drexel LLC 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 8242 S Drexel LLC compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Chatham
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% higher than 1-bedrooms in Chatham.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 8242 S Drexel LLC to be 3% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Chatham.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Chatham
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,496 |
| February 2026 | $1,516 |
| March 2026 | $1,657 |
| April 2026 | $1,637 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $729 |
| June 2024 | $744 |
| July 2024 | $748 |
| August 2024 | $746 |
| September 2024 | $798 |
| October 2024 | $786 |
| November 2024 | $742 |
| December 2024 | $763 |
| January 2025 | $743 |
| February 2025 | $771 |
| March 2025 | $877 |
| April 2025 | $750 |
| August 2025 | $812 |
| September 2025 | $779 |
| October 2025 | $755 |
| November 2025 | $825 |
| December 2025 | $826 |
| January 2026 | $910 |
| February 2026 | $815 |
| March 2026 | $793 |
| April 2026 | $810 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 8242 S Drexel Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$42,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 8242 S Drexel LLC
Ashe Elementary School
8505 s ingleside ave
chicago, IL, 60619
PK, K-8Public
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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
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood
Chatham | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 8242 S Drexel Ave
Walking
8/10
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
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 8242 S Drexel 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
6/10
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
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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