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740 E 79th St
740 E 79th St,
Chicago,
IL
60619
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About 740 E 79th St Chicago, IL 60619
Come home to 740 E 79th St. You'll find this community in the Chatham area of Chicago. The professional leasing team is available to help you find your ideal place. It's time to find your new home. Contact or stop by 740 E 79th St to see available floor plans!
740 E 79th St is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60619 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
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740 E 79th St,
Chicago,
IL
60619
Situated on Chicago’s South Side, Chatham offers residents an urban aesthetic with rows of classic, red-brick bungalows and apartment buildings in addition to a host of suburban amenities, such as national retailers, chain restaurants, and lush parks.
Chatham’s spirited community also supports a bevy of locally owned businesses, including neighborhood institutions like Dat Donut, Harold’s Chicken Shack, and Fisherman’s Island. Getting around from Chatham is easy with access to several Metrarail stations, the Red Line, and the Dan Ryan Expressway.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Chatham | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $837 | $1,645 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,006 | $2,048 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,272 | $2,587 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,537 | $3,092 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.1 mi |
740 E 79th St is within 8 minutes or 3.5 miles from Chicago State University. It is also near University of Chicago and Ill. Inst. of Technology.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
271 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
103 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
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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 79Th Street Station, located 1.9 miles from 740 E 79th St. 740 E 79th St is near Chicago Midway International, located 10.4 miles or 19 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.5 miles or 41 minutes away.
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 19 min | 10.4 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 41 min | 27.5 mi |
Walkability Near 740 E 79th St Chicago, IL 60619
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.
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Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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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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 740 E 79th St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
740 E 79th St has 2 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 2-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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Avalon Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Hamilton Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Bronzeville Children's Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 3.0 mi |
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Jackson Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi |
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South Shore Cultural Center
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi |
740 E 79th St has 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Avalon Park, Hamilton Park, and Bronzeville Children's Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
740 E 79th St has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Jackson Park Hospital which is 1.5 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 50 min | 35.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 56 min | 38.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 67 min | 43.9 mi |
740 E 79th St has 3 military bases within 43.9 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 35.1 miles away and a 50 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.
740 E 79th St
Chicago, IL 60619