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Alpha Tower Apartments
936 E 47th St,
Chicago,
IL
60653
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About Alpha Tower Apartments
Come enjoy Chicago living at Alpha Tower Apartments. This community can be found in Chicago at 936 E. 47th St. in the 60653 area. Schedule a time to see the current floorplan options. The team of leasing professionals is ready to help you find the perfect apartment. Experience a new standard at Alpha Tower Apartments.
Alpha Tower Apartments is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60653 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Apartment Features
- Kitchen
- Range
936 E 47th St,
Chicago,
IL
60653
The historic neighborhood of Kenwood is on the shore of Lake Michigan in Chicago’s South Side. The area was once a refuge for Chicago’s elite trying to escape the bustle of downtown. They built enormous homes on Lake Michigan’s shoreline that are now gorgeous, historic landmarks. Landmarks and architecture, historic streets, and a continuously growing commercial district defines this Chicago neighborhood. The Powhatan Apartments and the Chicago Beach Hotel (now Regents Park) are recognized by the National Register of Historic Places in Kenwood.
Kenwood offers parks and open green space, lake views, paved trails, great restaurants, public transportation, and nearby amenities. Houston Park, Kenwood Park, and many others are open to the public year-round. The Hyde Park Art Center is a community spot with major exhibitions showcasing local artists and must-see events throughout the year.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Kenwood | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,388 | $1,626 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,663 | $2,015 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,970 | $2,533 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,401 | $3,051 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.9 mi |
Alpha Tower Apartments is within 4 minutes or 1.7 miles from University of Chicago. It is also near Ill. Inst. of Technology and Columbia College Chicago.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-11
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Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
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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 47Th Street Station (Green Line), located 1.0 mile from Alpha Tower Apartments. Alpha Tower Apartments is near Chicago Midway International, located 8.4 miles or 17 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 23.7 miles or 38 minutes away.
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.4 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 38 min | 23.7 mi |
Walkability Near Alpha Tower Apartments
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
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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™
71
/ 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 Alpha Tower Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
Alpha Tower Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. 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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Ellis Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Washington Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Fuller Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Midway Plaisance Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Museum of Science and Industry
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
Alpha Tower Apartments has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Ellis Park, Washington Park, and Midway Plaisance Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
Alpha Tower Apartments has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is Provident Hospital of Chicago which is 1.2 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.
936 E 47th St
Chicago, IL 60653