Academy at Drexel Apartments

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6140 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
(708) 576-4579
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Academy at Drexel

6140 S Drexel Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(708) 576-4579
Academy at Drexel in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • 1–4 Bedrooms
  • $1,320-$1,925Pricing
  • 597–1,405Square Feet

About Academy at Drexel

Come experience the fresh, new look of this classic apartment community conveniently located in Woodlawn! Be one of the first to enjoy our new fitness center and community room. Many of our apartment units are undergoing renovations as well and some units feature new flooring, cabinets and appliances. Enjoy the convenient location, spacious apartments and free parking within walking distance of the University of Chicago!

Academy at Drexel is located in the Woodlawn Neighborhood and 60637 Zip code of Chicago, IL. This community is professionally managed by Avanath Realty Inc.

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Academy at Drexel offers 1 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,320 and having 597–1,405 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 bd 1bth (1x1dx)

    $1,320

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 597 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,320Available Now6140-607597
    $1,320Available Now6140-612597
    $1,320Available Now6140-601597

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,320

    Unit 6140-607 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 6140-607 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,320

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,320

    Unit 6140-612 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 6140-612 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,320

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,320

    Unit 6140-601 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 6140-601 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,320

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,320
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2bd 1bth (2x1bdx)

    $1,575

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 913 sq ft
    Available Oct 8

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,575 October 8, 20256140-007913

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 6140-007 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,575

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,575

    2bd 1.5bth (2x1.5bdx)

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2bd 1.5bth (2x1.5bdx)800 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    2bd 1bth (2x1adx)

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1000 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2bd 1bth (2x1adx)1000 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    2bd 1.5bth (2x1.5adx)

    2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 801 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2bd 1.5bth (2x1.5adx)801 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3bd 1.5bth (3x1.5bdx)

    $1,925

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1129 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,925Available Now6140-1081129
    $1,925 October 15, 20256140-4051129

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,925

    Unit 6140-108 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    Unit 6140-405 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    3bd 1.5bth (3x1.5edx)

    $1,925

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1160 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,925Available Now6140-4121160

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 6140-412 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    3bd 1.5bth (3x1.5adx)

    $1,925

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1058 sq ft
    Available Nov 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,925 November 1, 20256140-1091058

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 6140-109 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    3bd 1.5bth (3x1bdx)

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1081 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3bd 1.5bth (3x1bdx)1081 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    3bd 1.5bth (3x1adx)

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1305 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3bd 1.5bth (3x1adx)1305 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    3bd 1.5bth (3x1.5cdx)

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1275 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3bd 1.5bth (3x1.5cdx)1275 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    3bd 1.5bth (3x1.5ddx)

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1350 sq ft
     
    Largest 3 BedroomThis is the largest 3 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3bd 1.5bth (3x1.5ddx)1350 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 4 Bedrooms

    4bd 1.5bth (4x1.5adx)

    4 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1405 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability4bd 1.5bth (4x1.5adx)1405 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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

  • 86 Units
  • 6 Stories
  • Built in 1959

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Administrative Fee$250
Application Fee Per Applicant$50

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • 1 Pet Limit
  • $300 Fee

Must be pre-approved by management | Restrictions: Breed and size

Dogs

  • 1 Pet Limit
  • $300 Fee

Must be pre-approved by management | Restrictions: Breed and size

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot

Storage

Storage Unit

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Community Room
    • Off Street Parking

    On-Site Services

    • Maintenance On Site
    • Package Service
    • Property Manager On Site
    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Clubhouse
    • Elevator

    Outdoor Features

    • Gated
    • Patio
    • Porch

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Fitness Center
    • Sauna

    Interior Features

    • Intercom
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Heating
    • Cable Ready
    • Air Conditioning
    • Wi Fi
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Eat In Kitchen
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    6140 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Tuesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Wednesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Thursday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Friday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    79 / 100

    Very Walkable

    Most errands can be accomplished on foot

    Bike Score®

    68 / 100

    Bikeable

    Some bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    71 / 100

    Excellent Transit

    Transit is convenient for most trips

    Frequently Asked Questions about Academy at Drexel

    Where is Academy at Drexel located?

    Academy at Drexel is located at 6140 S Drexel Ave near the Woodlawn area of Chicago, IL

    What is the current rent range at Academy at Drexel?

    1 Bedroom to 4 Bedroom Apartments at Academy at Drexel currently range from $1,320 to $1,925

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Academy at Drexel are
    • Monday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • 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. 3.0

      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 Academy at Drexel Apartments are 7.53% cheaper than the average apartment in the Woodlawn area, and 45.23% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Woodlawn Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,320$1,378-$58-4.2%
      2 Bedroom$1,575$1,846-$271-14.7%
      3 Bedroom$1,925$1,999-$74-3.7%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,320$2,313-$993-42.9%
      2 Bedroom$1,575$2,952-$1,377-46.6%
      3 Bedroom$1,925$3,577-$1,652-46.2%

      Methodology: On 10/01/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 485 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Academy at Drexel (Woodlawn), and 27950 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 10/01/2025

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    3.0
    11 Renters Reviews
    ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • Verified Renter

      April 14, 2025
      Neighbors can great but some are inconsiderate to other neighbors around as far as being loud and rude early in the morning I guess we need to put up a sign like a child to be considerate to neighbors!!!!!
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Verified Renter

      February 25, 2025
      I can Only speak for myself. I've been a resident for almost 8 years. I feel very comfortable in my unit and can actually consider it Home. I was thinking of moving a couple times in the past out of state but lost the desire to do so because of the Homey feel of my unit at Drexel. I'm comfortable and appreciate the staff doing such a wonderful job in accommodating my/our needs.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Verified Renter

      November 11, 2024
      I have nothing to say at this time, I love my unit and I’m grateful for this opportunity. At this time but I pay too much rent to have to live in these conditions.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Verified Renter

      September 26, 2024
      It's a nice place to live. They take care of the building. There are some nice amenities such as the Work out. Room and community room. I find maintenance to be very responsive. And? I have some nice neighbors. The greatest thing I like is that we have parking. So you don't have to park on the street and it's for Residents and some Amenities for visitors to park also. It's extremely hard to find this in the city of chicago. I'm right at the Edge of Hyde Park in Washington Park, where there are ...
      a lot of. Events happening all the time. So it's great for kids and it's close to the beach.
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      Review from Apartments.com
    • Verified Renter

      September 13, 2024
      Well I've been at Drexel since 2017. When I first arrived it was in transformation of receiving new management I believe and I can honestly say it's been nothing but up since I've been here. I feel safe, my neighbors are quite courteous and pretty much I love the fact we have cameras as a part of security.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Roaches Roaches and Roaches

      May 6, 2020
      I live here. This place is infested with roaches. Not normal size roaches I'm talking 2 1/2 inches long not including the antennas. I've never lived with roaches before, I rarely want to have company. These Roaches are so big I can hear them walking from time to time. I can't believe I moved here, I'm so upset. I hate it here. Take my advice..DO NOT MOVE HERE!!!!!! They said we were supposed to get new entry doors it's been a year and Nope!! The buzzer to my apartment has never worked!!They ...
      rehabbed the building but the roaches the size of horses remain
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      Review from Apartments.com
    • Lots of Improvements underway!!

      March 10, 2019
      Hey! I just moved here and wanted to comment. There is new owners and management in place and they are making lots of improvements. My apartment has all new everything and is really nice. They are painting the halls and putting in new flooring and making a new fitness center. There’s a new Jewel/Osco around the corner that just opened too. This place is looking great.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Ridiculous

      February 19, 2019
      From day 1 its been a nightmare....roach,electrical, water, security,waste issues and people that dont care!
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Please I’m begging you don’t move here

      July 15, 2018
      This place is very nasty infested with roaches move and cockroaches. Your apt will constantly flood and management won’t do anything abt it. It is a horrible and very nasty place to live please dint come here
      Review from Apartments.com
    • don't buy this house

      April 16, 2018
      this house is infested with roaches and mice, the chutes are always filled up with trash, everything is old and fragile, and the bells don't work
      Review from Apartments.com
    • GREAT PLACE

      August 2, 2015
      I HAVE EVERYTHING I NEED AROUND MY APARTMENT,STORES THE TRAIN AND MOST OF ALL GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD AND NEIGHBORES
      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    Fiske Elementary School

    Chicago Public Schools
    6020 South Langley Avenue
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (343 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    6/10

    Hyde Park Academy High School

    Chicago Public Schools
    6220 South Stony Island Avenue
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (760 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
    1/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Academy at Drexel.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Buckingham Fountain

    S Columbus Drive
    13 minute drive / 6.28 miles away

    National Museum of Mexican Art

    1852 W 19th St
    13 minute drive / 6.44 miles away

    Cloud Gate

    Millennium Park
    15 minute drive / 7.2 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    1533 E 67th St
    2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

    Autozone

    6401 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

    Aldi

    7800 S South Chicago Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    University of Chicago

    5801 S Ellis Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

    Illinois Institute of Technology

    10 West 35th Street
    8 minute drive / 4.05 miles away

    Chicago State University

    9501 S. King Drive
    9 minute drive / 4.32 miles away

    Groceries

    Jewel-Osco

    6014 S Cottage Grove Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

    Save-A-Lot

    344 E 63rd St
    2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

    Aldi

    7800 S South Chicago Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

    Hospitals

    The University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 South Maryland
    1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

    Provident Hospital Of Chicago

    500 E 51st St
    5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

    St. Bernard Hospital

    326 W 64th St
    5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

    Hotspots

    Supernatural Chicago

    632 N. Dearborn
    17 minute drive / 7.99 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Shedd Aquarium

    1200 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago
    12 minute drive / 5.94 miles away

    Millennium Park

    201 East Randolph Street
    15 minute drive / 7.28 miles away

    Wendella Boats

    400 North Michigan Avenue
    16 minute drive / 7.66 miles away

    Academy at Drexel has 5 parks within 8.6 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Wendella Boats, Funhouse Maze, and Oak Street Beach.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Villain's Bar and Grill

    649 S Clark St
    14 minute drive / 6.67 miles away

    Greek Islands

    200 S Halsted
    15 minute drive / 7.27 miles away

    The Beer Bistro

    1061 W Madison St.
    16 minute drive / 7.56 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Woodlawn Gardens Plaza

    800-830 E 63rd St
    1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

    Family Plaza

    6501 S Cottage Grove Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

    Southeast Food & Liquor

    6820 S Stony Island Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away

    Academy at Drexel has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Cottage Grove Station-Green Line

    800 E. 63rd St.
    1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

    63rd Street Station-Metra Electric Line

    1400 E 63rd Pl
    1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

    63rd Street Station-South Shore Line

    6351 S Dorchester Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Chicago Studio Apartments $1,870$575$8,000
    Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,313$700$10,000+
    Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,952$825$10,000+
    Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,577$788$10,000+
    Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,767$650$10,000+
    Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $9,492$2,700$10,000+
    Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $17,489$1,795$10,000+

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