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Studio - 2 Beds
South Shore Apartments
7834 S Coles Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60649
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Bedrooms
1 - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
500 - 875 sq ft
South Shore Apartments
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This 26-unit building in South Shore, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to Rainbow Park, S & N Food, C & L Gas Station, and Little Caesars Pizza. It can be easily accessed via ME Metra Electric at the Cheltenham (79th St.) stop or via Bus at the 79th Street & Exchange stop. Call today for a showing of these Chicago apartments!
About South Shore Apartments
This 26-unit building in South Shore, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to Rainbow Park, S & N Food, C & L Gas Station, and Little Caesars Pizza. It can be easily accessed via ME Metra Electric at the Cheltenham (79th St.) stop or via Bus at the 79th Street & Exchange stop. Call today for a showing of these Chicago apartments!
South Shore Apartments 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
- Eat-in Kitchen
- High-end finishes
- On-site Laundry
- Parking Available
- Phone Entry Intercom
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Video Patrol
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
Security System
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Intercom
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
Nearby Apartments with Balcony
7834 S Coles 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 | $838 | $1,627 |
| 1 Bedroom | $978 | $2,019 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,148 | $2,536 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,392 | $3,055 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.7 mi |
South Shore Apartments is within 9 minutes or 4.4 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
535 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
424 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
543 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
78 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 4.2 miles from South Shore Apartments. South Shore Apartments is near Chicago Midway International, located 12.6 miles or 24 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 28.8 miles or 45 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.4 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.9 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 24 min | 12.6 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 45 min | 28.8 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
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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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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 South Shore Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
South Shore Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 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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Rainbow Beach Dunes Natural Area
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Arthur Ashe Beach Park
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Rainbow Beach Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi |
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South Shore Cultural Center
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Bessemer Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
South Shore Apartments has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Rainbow Beach Park, Rainbow Beach Dunes Natural Area, and Arthur Ashe Beach Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
South Shore Apartments has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is South Shore Hospital which is 1.3 miles away and a 3 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.
7834 S Coles Ave
Chicago, IL 60649