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Studio - 2 Beds
7939 S Dobson Ave
7939 S Dobson Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60619
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Bedrooms
2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
775 sq ft
7939 S Dobson Ave
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7939 S Dobson Ave is in Chatham area near E 79th St and S Cottage Grove Ave! This 13-unit building features great amenities. Public transit is easily accessible via CTA Red line, ME Metra Electric at 79th., and the 79 79th and 4 Cottage Grove bus lines. Walking distance to Food Town, Grand Crossing Park, Family Dollar, and West Indies Bakery! Call today for a showing!
Highlights
- Controlled Access
- Hardwood Floors
About 7939 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619
7939 S Dobson Ave is in Chatham area near E 79th St and S Cottage Grove Ave! This 13-unit building features great amenities. Public transit is easily accessible via CTA Red line, ME Metra Electric at 79th., and the 79 79th and 4 Cottage Grove bus lines. Walking distance to Food Town, Grand Crossing Park, Family Dollar, and West Indies Bakery! Call today for a showing!
7939 S Dobson Ave is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60619 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Heat Included
- High-end finishes
- Phone Entry Intercom
- Chatham
Community Amenities
- Controlled Access
Apartment Features
Hardwood Floors
Granite Countertops
Refrigerator
Oven
- Intercom
- Granite Countertops
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
7939 S Dobson Ave,
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.
Learn more about living in Chatham
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Chatham | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $746 | $1,627 |
| 1 Bedroom | $974 | $2,019 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,150 | $2,536 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,333 | $3,055 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.5 mi |
7939 S Dobson Ave is within 9 minutes or 3.9 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
226 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-11
96 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
164 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
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 79Th Street Station, located 2.2 miles from 7939 S Dobson Ave. 7939 S Dobson Ave is near Chicago Midway International, located 10.8 miles or 20 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.8 miles or 42 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 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: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 20 min | 10.8 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 42 min | 27.8 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
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 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
Active
Soundscore™
72
/ 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 7939 S Dobson Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
7939 S Dobson Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.2 miles, which is about a 5-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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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Jackson Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Hamilton Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Bronzeville Children's Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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South Shore Cultural Center
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
7939 S Dobson Ave has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including Avalon Park, Bronzeville Children's Museum, and Jackson Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
7939 S Dobson Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is Jackson Park Hospital which is 1.1 miles away and a 2 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.
7939 S Dobson Ave
Chicago, IL 60619