Illinois Cook County Chicago South Shore

$1,300 / Month

7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305

Chicago, IL 60649

708-743-0043

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,200 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Porch
Living Room
Resident Manager or Management On Site
Laundry Room
Tile Flooring
Dining Room

7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305

About This Home

12 Month Lease , Available Now

Coming Soon - Be among the first to enjoy this beautifully refreshed top-floor 2-bedroom,1-bath apartment in the heart of South Shore. Renovations began in mid-June 2026 and are scheduled to take approximately 30 days to complete,creating an exciting opportunity to secure a nearly brand-new apartment before it officially hits the market. This residence is being transformed with brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout,fresh all-white designer paint,and a new stainless steel appliance package to be installed prior to move-in,delivering a clean,bright,modern living experience. The top-floor location provides excellent natural light,added privacy,and reduced noise from above. One window air conditioning unit will be included for added comfort during Chicago's warmer months. Residents enjoy exceptional value with BOTH heat and water INCLUDED in the rent,resulting in significant utility savings,while tenants are responsible only for electricity and cooking gas. Located within a professionally managed 21-unit cooperative building,many residents have ownership interests in the property,creating a unique sense of pride,community,and long-term building stewardship rarely found in traditional rental housing. Additional amenities include an on-site laundry facility with affordable rates of just $2.00 to wash and $2.00 to dry,along with private assigned parking available for only $60 per month. The building is conveniently located within walking distance of the Metra Electric Line,providing quick access to Downtown Chicago,Hyde Park,and surrounding employment centers,while also offering easy access to shopping,restaurants,parks,the South Shore Cultural Center,and Lake Michigan. The apartment is anticipated to be ready for occupancy in mid-to-late July or early August. CHA and Section 8 voucher holders are strongly encouraged to apply. Minimum credit score requirement is 600,income should generally be at least 2.5 times the monthly rent,and lease protection insurance and renter's insurance are required. Opportunities to lease a newly renovated top-floor apartment with included utilities,affordable parking,convenient transit access,and a true neighborhood community are rare-reserve your showing today before construction is complete. MLS# MRD12609676 Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of [see last changed date above]. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price.

7017 S Merrill Ave is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60649 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1925

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 2 Bedrooms 2 Potential Bedrooms

Flooring

Tile Vinyl

Home Design

Brick Exterior Construction Property Attached Entry on the 3rd floor

Interior Spaces

Living Room Dining Room Family Room 1,200 Sq Ft Home 3-Story Property

Kitchen

Range

Laundry

Laundry Room

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 7/15/26 12 Month Lease Term Rent includes heat, water, exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal

Lot Details

Lot Dimensions are 25x125

Outdoor Features

Porch

Parking

Assigned Parking Parking Available Off Alley Parking 2 Parking Spaces

Utilities

Radiator Lake Michigan Water Window Unit Cooling System

Community Details

Amenities

Coin Laundry

Overview

21 Units Low-Rise Community Property managed by Straight-A Property Management

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Security

Resident Manager or Management On Site

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Other

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Lease Options

12 Months

Contact

Listed by Michael Applegate | Straight-A Realty,LLC
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Source

Midwest Real Estate Data LLC

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Neighborhood

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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Amenities

Refrigerator

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
University of Chicago	Drive:	7 min	2.8 mi
Chicago State University	Drive:	14 min	6.4 mi
Ill. Inst. of Technology	Drive:	13 min	6.6 mi
Columbia College Chicago	Drive:	15 min	8.3 mi

7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305 is within 7 minutes or 2.8 miles from University of Chicago. It is also near Chicago State University and Ill. Inst. of Technology.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include Cottage Grove Station, located 2.6 miles from 7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305. 7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305 is near Chicago Midway International, located 11.3 miles or 22 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.3 miles or 44 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Cottage Grove Station	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
King Drive Station	Drive:	6 min	3.2 mi
79Th Street Station	Drive:	8 min	4.1 mi
69Th Street Station	Drive:	8 min	4.2 mi
Garfield Station (Green Line)	Drive:	9 min	4.5 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Bryn Mawr Station	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
South Shore Station	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Stony Island Station	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Windsor Park Station	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
63Rd Street Station	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Chicago Midway International	Drive:	22 min	11.3 mi
Chicago O'Hare International	Drive:	44 min	27.3 mi

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

70 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

50 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

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74 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Paxton Place	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
7056 S Chappel Ave	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Jeffrey Plaza	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi

7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305 has 3 shopping centers within 0.3 mile, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
South Shore Cultural Center	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Arthur Ashe Beach Park	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Jackson Park	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Rainbow Beach Dunes Natural Area	Drive:	4 min	2.2 mi
Rainbow Beach Park	Drive:	7 min	2.7 mi

7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305 has 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including South Shore Cultural Center, Arthur Ashe Beach Park, and Jackson Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Jackson Park Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
South Shore Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
The University of Chicago Medical Center	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi

7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305 has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is Jackson Park Hospital which is 1.5 miles away and a 4 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
US Military Reservation Elk Grove	Drive:	52 min	35.0 mi
US Military Reservation Naperville	Drive:	58 min	38.7 mi
Fermi National Accelerator Lab Winfield	Drive:	69 min	43.7 mi

7017 S Merrill Ave Unit 305 has 3 military bases within 43.7 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 35.0 miles away and a 52 minute drive.