Prairie Shores
2937 South King Dr,
Chicago,
IL
60616
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708-637-0212
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Monthly Rent
$1,127 - $8,195
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
400 - 1,290 sq ft
Prairie Shores
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Prairie Shores offers renovated or classic studio, one, two, or three bedroom, pet-friendly apartments with spacious layouts and expansive closets. Community amenities like a fitness center and dog play park offer daily conveniences, while brand-new amenities designed to encourage connection and community are underway. Located on 20 acres of tranquil green space alongside Lake Michigan, residents enjoy lake views, outdoor recreation and transportation access that makes commuting downtown a breeze.
Highlights
- Roof Terrace
- Walk-In Closets
- Controlled Access
- Dog Park
- Grill
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
- Business Center
Pricing & Floor Plans
filter results by bedrooms
Classic Studio
$1,127 – $3,393
Studio
1 Bath
400 Sq Ft
10 Available units
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Unit 4-1611price $1,167square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit 2-0112price $1,162square feet 400availibility Apr 23
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Unit 2-0604price $1,162square feet 400availibility Apr 23
Renovated Studio
$1,363 – $3,781
Studio
1 Bath
400 Sq Ft
6 Available units
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Unit 3-0204price $1,363square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit 3-1903price $1,428square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit 3-1604price $1,428square feet 400availibility Now
Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath 600
$1,527 – $3,028
1 Bed
1 Bath
600 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit 5-0206price $1,527square feet 600availibility Now
Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath
$1,566 – $4,201
1 Bed
1 Bath
520 Sq Ft
4 Available units
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Unit 2-1614price $1,566square feet 520availibility Now
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Unit 2-1714price $1,566square feet 520availibility May 7
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Unit 5-1814price $1,715square feet 520availibility May 21
Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath_620
$1,663 – $3,797
1 Bed
1 Bath
620 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit Details
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Unit 2-0108price $1,663square feet 620availibility May 15
Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath _640
$1,476 – $3,385
1 Bed
1 Bath
640 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit 2-1710price $1,476square feet 640availibility May 30
Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath _640
$1,616 – $4,705
1 Bed
1 Bath
640 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
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Unit Details
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Unit 3-0307price $1,616square feet 640availibility May 30
Classic 2 Bed 1 Bath_890
$1,711 – $5,731
2 Beds
1 Bath
890 Sq Ft
6 Available units
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Unit 5-0518price $1,862square feet 890availibility Now
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Unit 1-0201price $1,897square feet 890availibility Now
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Unit 1-1317price $1,952square feet 890availibility Now
Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath_1290
$2,871 – $8,195
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,290 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
Availability
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Unit 3-1202price $2,871square feet 1,290availibility Now
Classic Studio
$1,127 – $3,393
Studio
1 Bath
400 Sq Ft
10 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 4-1611price $1,167square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit 2-0112price $1,162square feet 400availibility Apr 23
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Unit 2-0604price $1,162square feet 400availibility Apr 23
Renovated Studio
$1,363 – $3,781
Studio
1 Bath
400 Sq Ft
6 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 3-0204price $1,363square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit 3-1903price $1,428square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit 3-1604price $1,428square feet 400availibility Now
Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath 600
$1,527 – $3,028
1 Bed
1 Bath
600 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 5-0206price $1,527square feet 600availibility Now
Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath
$1,566 – $4,201
1 Bed
1 Bath
520 Sq Ft
4 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 2-1614price $1,566square feet 520availibility Now
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Unit 2-1714price $1,566square feet 520availibility May 7
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Unit 5-1814price $1,715square feet 520availibility May 21
Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath_620
$1,663 – $3,797
1 Bed
1 Bath
620 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 2-0108price $1,663square feet 620availibility May 15
Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath _640
$1,476 – $3,385
1 Bed
1 Bath
640 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 2-1710price $1,476square feet 640availibility May 30
Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath _640
$1,616 – $4,705
1 Bed
1 Bath
640 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 3-0307price $1,616square feet 640availibility May 30
Classic 2 Bed 1 Bath_890
$1,711 – $5,731
2 Beds
1 Bath
890 Sq Ft
6 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 5-0518price $1,862square feet 890availibility Now
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Unit 1-0201price $1,897square feet 890availibility Now
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Unit 1-1317price $1,952square feet 890availibility Now
Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath_1290
$2,871 – $8,195
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,290 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 3-1202price $2,871square feet 1,290availibility Now
* 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.View Fees and Policies for details.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
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.
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.
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Utilities Included
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Water
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Heat
Property Information
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Built in 1962
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1675 units/19 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About Prairie Shores
Prairie Shores offers renovated or classic studio, one, two, or three bedroom, pet-friendly apartments with spacious layouts and expansive closets. Community amenities like a fitness center and dog play park offer daily conveniences, while brand-new amenities designed to encourage connection and community are underway. Located on 20 acres of tranquil green space alongside Lake Michigan, residents enjoy lake views, outdoor recreation and transportation access that makes commuting downtown a breeze.
Prairie Shores is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60616 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
- 9th Floor
- Air Conditioner
- City and Lake Views
- Complimentary Storage
- Courtesy Patrol
- Digital Intercom
- Dishwasher (1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments only)
- Keyless Entry
- Large Closets
- Microwave (in select units)
- Onsite Management
- Package Room
- Parking Available
- Pet Friendly
- Resident Lounge
- Resident Referral Bonus
- Smoke Free Community
- Spacious Layouts
- Stove/Oven
- Wall to Wall carpet
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Roof Terrace
Controlled Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Business Center
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Gameroom
- Roof Terrace
- Grill
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Walk-In Closets
2937 South King Dr,
Chicago,
IL
60616
About five miles south of Downtown Chicago, Bronzeville is a historic district containing six structures on the National Register of Historic Places. Prominent figures such as Gwendolyn Brooks, Sam Cooke, Ida B. Wells, and Louis Armstrong helped shape Bronzeville into the cultural and progressive community it is today.
Public art fills the streets of Bronzeville, from vibrant murals to elaborate sculptures, most of which line Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Lakefront recreation abounds at Burnham Park. The Illinois Institute of Technology lends unique architecture and intellectual pursuits to the neighborhood. Lake Meadows Shopping Center provides an outdoor haven for all kinds of retail delights.
Bronzeville is also notable for its proximity to major amenities such as Guaranteed Rate Field, Washington Park, the University of Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry Chicago, McCormick Place, and Arie Crown Theatre.
Learn more about living in Bronzeville
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Bronzeville | Chicago, IL | |
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| Studio | $1,129 | $1,639 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,278 | $2,032 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,535 | $2,553 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,781 | $3,063 |
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Business Center
- Lounge
- Roof Terrace
- Grill
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Gameroom
- 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
- 9th Floor
- Air Conditioner
- City and Lake Views
- Complimentary Storage
- Courtesy Patrol
- Digital Intercom
- Dishwasher (1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments only)
- Keyless Entry
- Large Closets
- Microwave (in select units)
- Onsite Management
- Package Room
- Parking Available
- Pet Friendly
- Resident Lounge
- Resident Referral Bonus
- Smoke Free Community
- Spacious Layouts
- Stove/Oven
- Wall to Wall carpet
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Walk-In Closets
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Heat
Included
Office Hours
708-637-0212
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
Prairie Shores is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from Ill. Inst. of Technology. It is also near Columbia College Chicago and Roosevelt University, Chicago.
Schools
Public High School
Grades 9-12
86 Students
Nearby
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
188 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
80 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
146 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Cermak-Mccormick Place, located 1.4 miles from Prairie Shores. Prairie Shores is near Chicago Midway International, located 9.9 miles or 16 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 21.3 miles or 34 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 16 min | 9.9 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 34 min | 21.3 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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 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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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
Prairie Shores has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 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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Dunbar Park
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Women's Park and Gardens
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Ellis Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Burnham Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Northerly Island
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi |
Prairie Shores has 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Dunbar Park, Women's Park and Gardens, and Ellis Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.0 mi |
Prairie Shores has 3 hospitals within 5.0 miles, the nearest is Mercy Hospital and Medical Center which is 0.6 mile away and a 12 minute walk.
Prairie Shores Photos
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© Kendall McCaugherty | Design by Gensler.
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Renovated Unit 415
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© Kendall McCaugherty | Design by Gensler.
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© Kendall McCaugherty | Design by Gensler.
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© Kendall McCaugherty | Design by Gensler.
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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Does Prairie Shores have in-unit laundry?
While Prairie Shores does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
What utilities are included in rent at Prairie Shores?
Select utilities are included in rent at Prairie Shores, including water and heat. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Is parking available at Prairie Shores?
Parking is available at Prairie Shores. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
Prairie Shores has studios to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,127/mo. to $8,195/mo.
Is Prairie Shores pet-friendly?
Yes, Prairie Shores welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
How much income do I need to rent at Prairie Shores?
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,127 for a studio, you would need to earn about $45,080 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does Prairie Shores have move-in specials?
Prairie Shores is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does Prairie Shores offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! Prairie Shores offers 5 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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.
2937 South King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616