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6901 S Paxton Ave
6901 S Paxton Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60649
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About 6901 S Paxton Ave Chicago, IL 60649
---- SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: ---- Available now! Heat included in the heart of South Shore! This lovely vintage 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment features an open concept kitchen that feeds into a huge living room with bight, big bay windows. Hardwood floors are found throughout 3 large bedrooms, which offer ample closet space. Enjoy the extra touches like exposed brick, lots of large windows throughout the unit, and exterior parking (extra fee involved). Unit is equipped with central heat, building has shared paid laundry. Sorry, no pets. This gorgeous apartment will rent fast, so schedule a showing today! Situated in the historic Jackson Park Highlands district, this vintage gem of a building is in the heart of South Shore Chicago. At Lake Michigan's beautiful South Shore Park, the recreation options are endless with it's cultural center, beach, and nature sanctuary are just to the east, while Jackson Park's golf course, community farm, and limestone beaches are only 2 blocks to the north. With Jackson Plaza just a block away, you will find Local Market Foods, Walgreens, and much more. Transportation is a breeze with the Jackson Park Express, South Shore Express, and 67th street busses all within a blocks walk. While the Metra Electric Bryn Mawr station is just at the corner!
6901 S Paxton Ave is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60649 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
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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.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.5 mi |
6901 S Paxton Ave 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
492 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 11-12
132 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-11
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
129 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & High School
Grades PK-K, 6 & 12
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
15 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Cottage Grove Station, located 3.0 miles from 6901 S Paxton Ave. 6901 S Paxton Ave is near Chicago Midway International, located 11.5 miles or 22 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.6 miles or 44 minutes away.
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 22 min | 11.5 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 44 min | 27.6 mi |
Time and distance from 6901 S Paxton Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
6901 S Paxton Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute walk. 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: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Arthur Ashe Beach Park
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Jackson Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 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 Paxton Ave 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: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.5 mi |
6901 S Paxton Ave has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is South Shore Hospital which is 1.8 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
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6901 S Paxton Ave
Chicago, IL 60649