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Highlights
- Heat included
- Recently updated kitchen
Location
6553 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Woodlawn
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Property Overview
6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St] offers a strong overall value with a 7.9 expert rating, driven by excellent marks for amenities, location, and price, along with a solid trustworthiness score. Notable features include heat included and a recently updated kitchen, while nearby public transit and a top-rated high school are both within short distance.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $1,100 /mo | 1 unit available | Great rental opportunity, brick building recently updated kitchen, floor and paint. specious 2 bedroom 1 bath apartments on the corner of King Dr. and 66th St. Heat is included and the kitchen appliances stay. public transportation near by, Shopping and close to express ways. |
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Building details
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About 6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St]
Great rental opportunity, brick building recently updated kitchen, floor and paint. specious 2 bedroom 1 bath apartments on the corner of King Dr. and 66th St. Heat is included and the kitchen appliances stay. public transportation near by, Shopping and close to express ways.
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.
7.9
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Very Good6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St] is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities 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.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St] is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Woodlawn. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St] goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St] 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.
6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th 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 6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th 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.
6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th 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 6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St] compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Woodlawn
2-bedroom apartments at 6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St] cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Woodlawn.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Woodlawn
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,780 |
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $1,684 |
| June 2026 | $1,695 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,074 |
| July 2024 | $1,123 |
| August 2024 | $1,133 |
| September 2024 | $1,102 |
| October 2024 | $1,008 |
| November 2024 | $981 |
| December 2024 | $973 |
| February 2025 | $904 |
| March 2025 | $942 |
| April 2025 | $1,123 |
| May 2025 | $1,077 |
| June 2025 | $1,096 |
| July 2025 | $1,094 |
| August 2025 | $1,070 |
| January 2026 | $965 |
| February 2026 | $992 |
| March 2026 | $1,077 |
| April 2026 | $1,037 |
| May 2026 | $1,081 |
| June 2026 | $1,087 |
Affordability calculator
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 6553-6555 S Martin Luther King Dr [400-410 E 66th St]
Dulles Elementary School
6311 s calumet ave
chicago, IL, 60637
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
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center
1701 west 63rd st
chicago, IL, 60636
PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 6553 S King Dr
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 6553 S King Dr, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Amarr Foods
525 E Marquette Rd
Parkway Supermarket
6435 S King Dr
Grove Market Grocery & Spirits
6656 S Cottage Grove Ave
ALDI
6621 S Cottage Grove Ave
Fisherman's Island
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Tailorite Clothing Repair Co
6507 S King Dr
Thered Floor Boutique Inc
810 E 65th St
Family Dollar
6349 S Cottage Grove Ave
The Cats Meow
6107 S King Dr
ALMVGHTY
503 E 61st St
Greenline Coffee
501 E 61st St
Elegant Coffee
Dunkin'
6903 S Perry Ave
Robust Coffee Lounge
6300 S Woodlawn Ave
Dunkin'
7450 S King Dr
Annie Mae Cafe
441 E 71st St
Inn
409 E 71st St
Lions Den Hookah Cafe
6449 S Yale Ave
Willas Fifty Yard Line
69 E 75th St
Bar David
1201 E 60th St David Rubenstein Forum
Wabash Seafood Market Inc
7108 S Wabash Ave
Market Fisheries
7129 S State St
M G Old Fashioned Meat Market
7143 S State St
Sharks Fish & Chicken
7122 S Vincennes Ave
Brown Sugar Bakery
328 E 75th St
Playground
Playground
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Playground
Garden
Parkway Hoagies
6437 1/2 S King Dr
Jerk 48
548 E 67th St
Wings Greens Things
6767 S South Chicago Ave
Little Jamaica Jerk Cuisine
6319 S King Dr
Sunny's Bar B Que
335 E 69th St
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