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215-217 E 61st St
215-217 E 61st St,
Chicago,
IL
60637
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About 215-217 E 61st St Chicago, IL 60637
Explore your new place at 215-217 E 61st St. The location in Chicago's 60637 area has so much to offer its residents. Come for a visit to see the available floorplan options. From amenities to location, the community staff will be ready to help you find your new apartment. Drop by the leasing office to schedule your tour.
215-217 E 61st St is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60637 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Apartment Features
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Range
215-217 E 61st St,
Chicago,
IL
60637
Washington Park is located on the South Side of Chicago, and is named after the park located in it. The park has been the setting of many literature novels – its unique and breathtaking features include the historic DuSable Museum, Fountain of Time fountain, and the National Guard Armory.
The Bud Billiken Parade is a popular festival for the Washington Park locals. Every summer, the city’s cricket team faces off in a championship tournament within the park. Residents are just a short drive away from the University of Chicago campus. Many restaurants and bars reside here, close to Interstate 90.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Washington Park | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $737 | $1,627 |
| 1 Bedroom | $918 | $2,019 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,146 | $2,536 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,342 | $3,055 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.4 mi |
215-217 E 61st St is within 3 minutes or 1.7 miles from University of Chicago. It is also near Ill. Inst. of Technology and Chicago State University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Grades 9-11
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Chicago include King Drive Station, located 0.6 mile from 215-217 E 61st St. 215-217 E 61st St is near Chicago Midway International, located 7.6 miles or 15 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 24.7 miles or 38 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.1 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.6 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 38 min | 24.7 mi |
Walkability Near 215-217 E 61st St Chicago, IL 60637
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Soundscore™
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 215-217 E 61st St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
215-217 E 61st St has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Washington Park
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Midway Plaisance Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Jackson Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Hamilton Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Ogden Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
215-217 E 61st St has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including Washington Park, Midway Plaisance Park, and Jackson Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
215-217 E 61st St has 3 hospitals within 1.6 miles, the nearest is The University of Chicago Medical Center which is 1.1 miles away and a 20 minute walk.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.