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6948 S Oglesby Ave
6948 S Oglesby Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60649
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6948 S Oglesby 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.
6948 S Oglesby 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.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| South Shore | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $843 | $1,651 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 | $2,055 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,154 | $2,591 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,382 | $3,101 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.5 mi |
6948 S Oglesby Ave is within 7 minutes or 3.1 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 9-11
96 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 11-12
132 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & High School
Grades PK-5 & 9-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
129 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
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 2.9 miles from 6948 S Oglesby Ave. 6948 S Oglesby Ave is near Chicago Midway International, located 11.4 miles or 22 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.5 miles or 43 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 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: | 8 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 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: | 43 min | 27.5 mi |
Walkability Near 6948 S Oglesby Ave Chicago, IL 60649
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
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 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
Active
Soundscore™
74
/ 100
Traffic
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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 6948 S Oglesby Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
6948 S Oglesby Ave 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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South Shore Cultural Center
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Arthur Ashe Beach Park
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Jackson Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi |
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Rainbow Beach Dunes Natural Area
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Rainbow Beach Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
6948 S Oglesby Ave has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including South Shore Cultural Center, Arthur Ashe Beach Park, and Rainbow Beach Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
6948 S Oglesby Ave has 3 hospitals within 3.7 miles, the nearest is South Shore Hospital which is 1.5 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 | 38.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 69 min | 43.9 mi |
6948 S Oglesby Ave has 3 military bases within 43.9 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.
6948 S Oglesby Ave
Chicago, IL 60649