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6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649
6901 S Merrill Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60649
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6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649
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This 30-unit community in South Shore, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to O'Keeffe Elementary School, Hasan Park, Commercial Foods, 24 Hr Gyros & Subs, and Crandon Super Market. Commute easily via 71st Street & Paxton Bus Line or ME Metra Electric at the Bryn Mawr stop. Pets are welcome! Call today for a showing!
About 6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649
This 30-unit community in South Shore, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to O'Keeffe Elementary School, Hasan Park, Commercial Foods, 24 Hr Gyros & Subs, and Crandon Super Market. Commute easily via 71st Street & Paxton Bus Line or ME Metra Electric at the Bryn Mawr stop. Pets are welcome! Call today for a showing!
6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649 is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60649 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 1st floor
- 2nd floor
- 3rd floor
- Heat Included
- On-site Laundry
- Phone entry intercom
- Rehabbed in 2023
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Apartment Features
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining Room
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
6901 S Merrill Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60649
South Shore is the birthplace of numerous celebrities, including a First Lady and music mogul. The residents of South Shore benefit greatly from its access to waterfront beaches, proximity to the University of Chicago campus, and Jackson Park.
The Jackson Park Highlands District is a historic area within the community. The South Shore Cultural Center resides in South Shore, and is home to a youth art school, reception ballroom, and a golf course. The center boasts a beach as well as nature center. Commuting in South Shore is easy by way of rail stations or Interstate 90.
Learn more about living in South Shore
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| South Shore | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $842 | $1,644 |
| 1 Bedroom | $983 | $2,043 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,153 | $2,572 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,393 | $3,086 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.6 mi |
6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649 is within 7 minutes or 3.2 miles from University of Chicago. It is also near Chicago State University and Ill. Inst. of Technology.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
572 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
594 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & High School
Grades PK-5 & 9-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
129 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
14 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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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 Cottage Grove Station, located 3.0 miles from 6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649. 6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649 is near Chicago Midway International, located 11.4 miles or 22 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.6 miles or 44 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 22 min | 11.4 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 44 min | 27.6 mi |
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
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
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 6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649 has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 4-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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South Shore Cultural Center
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Arthur Ashe Beach Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Jackson Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Museum of Science and Industry
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
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Rainbow Beach Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi |
6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649 has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including South Shore Cultural Center, Arthur Ashe Beach Park, and Jackson Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649 has 3 hospitals within 3.7 miles, the nearest is Jackson Park Hospital which is 1.7 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 52 min | 35.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 58 min | 39.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 69 min | 44.0 mi |
6901 S Merrill Chicago, IL 60649 has 3 military bases within 44.0 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 35.2 miles away and a 52 minute drive.
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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.
6901 S Merrill Ave
Chicago, IL 60649