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    • 7549 S Essex Ave

    7549 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60649

    Apartment building
    2-3 beds
    Shared laundry

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Unit
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    3
    2 bd, 1 ba
    Floor plan2 photos
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    Now
    $1,686
    7551-01
    3 bd, 1 ba
    Floor plan1 photo
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    Now
    $1,860

    What's special

    Updated kitchensSpacious layoutsLarge floor plansOn-site laundry

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

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    • Shared: Laundry Onsite

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    Neighborhood: South Shore

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    • Beach Access
      Easy coastal access for swimming, sunbathing, and seaside relaxation.
      Green Spaces
      Scenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.
      Transit Access
      Convenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
      Community Vibe
      Strong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.
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    Set along Chicago’s South Shore, 60649 offers breezy lakefront summers and brisk winters, with daily life centered on the South Shore Cultural Center, Rainbow Beach, and the South Shore Nature Sanctuary. Expect a strong community vibe on the 71st Street and Jeffery corridors, with coffee at South Shore Brew, plant-based bites at Majani, casual diners and Caribbean spots, plus convenient groceries at Local Market Foods and shopping at Jeffery Plaza. Active days mean lakefront biking and running, golf and cultural events at the Center, and broad green spaces for picnics; evenings lean low-key with neighborhood lounges. Recent Zillow Market Trends show the median asking rent around $1,350, with most listings roughly $1,000–$1,900 per month. Family- and pet-friendly living options are common, and getting around is easy via the Metra Electric and multiple CTA buses, with quick Lake Shore Drive access for downtown commutes.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    78 / 100
    Very Walkable
    70 / 100
    Excellent Transit
    52 / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Chicago

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 7549 S Essex Ave?

    7549 S Essex Ave has a walk score of 78, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 7549 S Essex Ave?

    7549 S Essex Ave has a transit score of 70, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to 7549 S Essex Ave?

    The schools assigned to 7549 S Essex Ave include Bradwell Community Arts & Sci Elementary School, South Shore Intl Col Prep High School, and Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School.

    Does 7549 S Essex Ave have in-unit laundry?

    No, but 7549 S Essex Ave has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is 7549 S Essex Ave in?

    7549 S Essex Ave is in the South Shore neighborhood in Chicago, IL.