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8100 S Essex Ave Apartments

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8100 S Essex, Chicago, IL 60617

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8100 S Essex Ave

Chicago, IL 60617
(872) 231-0191
8100 S Essex Ave in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,070 Pricing
  • 735 Square Feet

About 8100 S Essex Ave

8100 S Essex Ave is located in the South Chicago neighborhood, and offers studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments that have recently been renovated. These apartments offer great amenities. Walking distance to Eckersall Park, Dollar General, McDonald's, The New Look Restaurant and Bar, and Save A Lot. Commute easily via ME Metra Electric at 83rd St., CTA bus lines 15, 30, and 79, and quick access to the Chicago Skyway. Call today to schedule your showing with CYM Living!

8100 S Essex Ave is located in the South Chicago Neighborhood and 60617 Zip code of Chicago, IL.

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

8100 S Essex Ave offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,070 and having 735 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 2 Bedrooms

      2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 735 sq ft
       

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,070Call for Availability2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment735 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Kitchen

      • Eat-in Kitchen

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,070
    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.

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    Property Information

    • 44 Units
    • 4 Stories
    • Built in 1927

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Close to Public Transportation
    • Heat Included
    • Secondary Entrance

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Eat In Kitchen

    Living Area Features

    • Dining Room
    • Hardwood Floors
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    8100 S Essex, Chicago, IL 60617

    Getting Around

    • 60 / 100 Moderately walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 50 / 100 Some public transit

      Transit is available for most trips

    • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

      Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 70 / 100 Moderately car friendly

      Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

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    Getting to Know the Area

    • 70 / 100 Restaurants

      Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 30 / 100 Cafes

      Some cafés within walking distance

    • 40 / 100 Nightlife

      Some bars within walking distance

    • 50 / 100 Shopping

      Several shops within walking distance

    • 80 / 100 Parks

      Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

    • 100 / 100 Noise Level

      Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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    Frequently Asked Questions about 8100 S Essex Ave

    Where is 8100 S Essex Ave located?

    8100 S Essex Ave is located at 8100 S Essex near the South Chicago area of Chicago, IL

    What is the current rent range at 8100 S Essex Ave?

    2 Bedrooms at 8100 S Essex Ave is $1,070. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for 8100 S Essex Ave are
    • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.6

      The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

    • Affordability Great Value3.8

      The 8100 S Essex Ave Apartments are 25.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Chicago area, and 64.9% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the South Chicago Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,070$1,431-$361-25.2%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,070$3,049-$1,979-64.9%

      Methodology: On 08/13/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 514 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 8100 S Essex Ave (South Chicago), and 11617 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 08/13/2026

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    Nearby Schools

    Coles Elementary Language Academy

    Chicago Public Schools
    8441 South Yates Boulevard
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (286 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    4/10

    South Shore Intl Col Prep High School

    Chicago Public Schools
    1955 East 75th Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (594 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
    4/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 8100 S Essex Ave.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Buckingham Fountain

    S Columbus Drive
    18 minute drive / 8.83 miles away

    National Museum of Mexican Art

    1852 W 19th St
    19 minute drive / 9.33 miles away

    Cloud Gate

    Millennium Park
    20 minute drive / 9.74 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    7109 S Jeffery Blvd
    4 minute drive / 1.37 miles away

    Aldi

    7800 S South Chicago Ave
    4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

    Target

    8560 S Cottage Grove Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    University of Chicago

    5801 S Ellis Ave
    7 minute drive / 3.36 miles away

    Chicago State University

    9501 S. King Drive
    7 minute drive / 3.37 miles away

    Illinois Institute of Technology

    10 West 35th Street
    14 minute drive / 6.8 miles away

    Groceries

    Aldi

    7800 S South Chicago Ave
    4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

    Jewel-Osco

    7530 S Stony Island Ave
    4 minute drive / 1.54 miles away

    Save-A-Lot

    7240 S Stony Island Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

    Hospitals

    South Shore Hospital

    8012 South Crandon Avenue
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    Jackson Park Hospital

    7531 S Stony Island Ave
    4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away

    Advocate Trinity Hospital

    2320 E 93rd St
    5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

    Hotspots

    Supernatural Chicago

    632 N. Dearborn
    22 minute drive / 10.55 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Shedd Aquarium

    1200 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago
    18 minute drive / 8.46 miles away

    Millennium Park

    201 East Randolph Street
    21 minute drive / 9.81 miles away

    Funhouse Maze

    600 E. Grand Avenue
    21 minute drive / 10.04 miles away

    8100 S Essex Ave has 5 parks within 12.4 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, Wendella Boats, and Garfield Park Conservatory.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Villain's Bar and Grill

    649 S Clark St
    19 minute drive / 9.29 miles away

    Greek Islands

    200 S Halsted
    21 minute drive / 9.99 miles away

    Dick's Last Resort

    435 E Illinois
    21 minute drive / 10.16 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Horizon Plaza

    2600-2660 E 79th St
    1 minute drive / 0.16 miles away

    Retail Center Anchored By Corporate Walgreens

    7100-7128 S Yates Blvd
    3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

    Paxton Place

    2211 E 71st St
    3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

    8100 S Essex Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Cheltenham Station-Metra Electric Line

    E 79th St & S Exchange Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.39 miles away

    83rd Street Station-Metra Electric Line

    S Exchange Ave & E 83rd St
    1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

    Windsor Park Station-Metra Electric Line

    S Exchange Ave & E 75th St
    1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Chicago Studio Apartments $2,037$595$9,999
    Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,457$640$9,168
    Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,049$762$10,000+
    Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,714$883$10,000+
    Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,876$1,025$10,000+
    Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $5,449$2,995$10,000+
    Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $16,913$7,000$10,000+

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